Spoon It Up Zesty Hoisin Chili Sauce
Get ready to add a bold kick to your meals with this Spoon It Up Zesty Hoisin Chili Sauce! This quick and easy homemade condiment combines the savory sweetness of hoisin sauce with the fiery punch of chili garlic sauce for a perfectly balanced blend of tangy, spicy, and umami-rich flavors. Infused with aromatic ginger and garlic, a touch of honey for natural sweetness, and a splash of fresh lime juice for brightness, this versatile sauce comes together in just 15 minutes. Whether you're using it as a dipping sauce, a marinade, or a flavorful drizzle for your favorite dishes, its customizable heat level and silky texture make it a kitchen must-have. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped scallions for an irresistible finishing touch, and watch it become your go-to sauce for stir-fries, dumplings, grilled meats, and more!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoons chili garlic sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
- 1 tablespoon chopped scallions
Instructions
In a small saucepan over medium heat, add the sesame oil, grated ginger, and minced garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Lower the heat slightly and stir in the hoisin sauce, chili garlic sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and water. Mix well to combine all the ingredients into a smooth, cohesive sauce.
Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently, and let it cook for 3-4 minutes to meld the flavors together. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of water to reach your desired consistency.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the lime juice. Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more chili garlic sauce or red pepper flakes if you prefer extra heat.
Let the sauce cool slightly and transfer it to a jar or bowl for serving. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped scallions if desired.
Serve warm or at room temperature as a dip, drizzle, or marinade. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
944 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 39.5 g | 51% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.7 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 8 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 5179 mg | 225% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 140.3 g | 51% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.1 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 89.4 g | ||
| Protein | 12.2 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 109 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 487 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
