This easy gluten-free hoisin sauce recipe is super versatile and comes together in minutes!
Hey guys! Have you ever had hoisin sauce before? I've heard people call it Chinese BBQ sauce or even ketchup, and I can see that, but there is so much amazing flavor going on in here that it doesn't feel quite right.
Since I have a recipe coming out soon that uses it (so be on the lookout for that!), I wanted to make sure I gave you guys a delish and easy homemade hoisin recipe if you're like me and you'd rather not use store-bought 🙂
In any case, however you want to classify it, we're talking sweet, salty, tangy goodness here, people. There are about as many ways to make it as there are to use it (I've got a big ol' list for you!), but we love this version and hope you do, too!
Try this hoisin sauce in my Hoisin Shrimp Fried Cauliflower Rice - sooo good!
Ok, let's do a little Q&A and get down to business!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is hoisin sauce?
Hoisin sauce is a common sauce in Cantonese cooking and is also used in some Vietnamese dishes. It is sweet, salty and tangy, with the main ingredient of fermented soybean paste (miso paste) giving it it's umami/salty backbone.
What do you use hoisin sauce for?
This is one of the things I love best about this sauce! You can use it is SOOOO many ways! Here are some of my faves:
- In my Hoisin Shrimp Cauliflower Fried Rice!
- As a marinade or glaze/sauce for really just about any protein you can think of, chicken, pork, beef, white fish, salmon, shrimp, tofu, you name it!
- A dipping sauce for these chicken tenders or these crispy fish bites (plus a host of other things)
- A stir-fry sauce (and feel free to add a little extra heat if you like it spicy!)
- Drizzle on fried rice (or cauliflower fried rice...)
- A sauce for a noodle stir-fry
- Topping a meatloaf with hoisin instead of ketchup (á la my teriyaki meatloaf)
- Toss with roasted veggies for a delish Asian-inspired side (this would be amazing on broccoli!)
- Use as a topping for an Asian-inspired burger
- Toss these Asian meatballs in it instead of the curry sauce
- In place of bbq sauce in a shredded chicken sammie!
Can hoisin sauce be frozen?
Yes!
What kind of miso paste should I use?
I tested this recipe with this brown rice miso paste and highly recommend it (I am able to get it at my local Meijer). A red or brown miso paste is what I would choose first when making this sauce.
That being said, I think you would get an equally delicious (if slightly different) result with any miso paste. In fact it might be fun to play around with the different varieties!
Is there a substitution for miso paste?
For this recipe, I would add an extra 2 teaspoon of soy sauce, and then 1 ½ teaspoon of either tahini, almond butter or peanut butter.
Is this hoisin sauce healthy?
Well, I will say that it's relatively low in calories and lower in sugar than the store-bought variety. *For a 3 Tbs serving, this homemade version has 2 ¼ teaspoon of sugar, versus 3 ¾ teaspoon in the San-J brand. Sodium wise, it's going to be on the higher end of things, so as always, everything in moderation, friends!
How long does homemade hoisin sauce last in the fridge?
A good two weeks in the fridge, but will also freeze well if you need it to last longer!
How to make homemade gluten-free hoisin sauce
Whisk together your brown sugar, miso paste, vinegar, cornstarch, chile paste and spices until smooth.
Whisk in the low-sodium gluten-free tamari and water.
Cook over medium heat, whisking until thickened, and that's it! Enjoy!
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📖 Recipe
Gluten-Free Hoisin Sauce
This easy hoisin sauce is so versatile and comes together in minutes!
Ingredients
- 3 Tbs brown sugar (you can also use honey)
- 3 ½ teaspoon miso paste (red or brown preferably, but you can use white in a pinch - see notes for other substitutes)
- ½ Tbs cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- ½ + ⅛ teaspoon Chinese Five Spice powder
- ⅜ teaspoon garlic powder
- ⅜ teaspoon ground ginger
- ⅛ teaspoon chili paste (such as Sambal Oelek)
- ¼ cup low-sodium gluten-free tamari (I used San-J 28% less sodium)
- ½ cup water
Instructions
- Whisk the first 8 ingredients (through the chili paste) in a small sauce pan until lump-free. Whisk in the tamari and water, then bring to a bubble over medium heat, stirring occasionally until thickened.
Notes
Miso substitute for this recipe: 2 teaspoon GF tamari plus 1 ½ teaspoon of either tahini, almond butter, or peanut butter
21 Day Fix counts per serving: 2 ¼ sweetener teaspoon (if you count those - otherwise this is free as long as you stick to the serving size!)
Weight Watchers Points: Gluten-Free Hoisin Sauce
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 4 Serving Size: 3 TbsAmount Per Serving: Calories: 54Total Fat: 0g
Nutritional information provided is approximate and for informational purposes only.
If you guys give this healthier hoisin sauce recipe a try, let me know what you think! You can leave a comment below or tag me on Insta @thefoodieandthefix. Or if you’re in my private Facebook group, I’d love to see a photo of your creation in there! I hope you enjoy ♥
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