Homemade Hoisin Sauce | It's Only Food w/ Chef John Politte

peanut butter

🥗Healthier: almond butter

💰Cheaper: sunflower seed butter

Almond butter is lower in calories and sugar.

honey

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: maple syrup

Agave syrup provides a lower glycemic index.

rice vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar adds a fruity note.

Start by adding 1/3 cup of soy sauce to a mixing bowl.

Add 1/4 cup of apple cider vinegar to the bowl.

Incorporate 2 tbsp of creamy peanut butter into the mixture.

Pour in 2 tbsp of sesame oil.

Add 1 tbsp of hot sauce to the mixture.

Mix in 2 tbsp of molasses (or maple syrup) as a substitute for molasses.

Add one minced garlic clove and one small knob of minced ginger to the bowl.

Mix everything together carefully to avoid splashing, ensuring all ingredients are well combined.

Optionally, blend the mixture for a smoother texture, but the creator prefers to keep the chunks of garlic and ginger.

Taste the sauce after mixing to ensure the flavors are balanced and adjust if necessary.

Cooking Techniques

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