Description
A quick and flavorful dipping sauce featuring soy sauce and hoisin for a savory-sweet boost.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (4 tablespoons)
- 1 tablespoon water
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon green onions, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon white sugar (optional)
Instructions
- Measure the 1/4 cup soy sauce into a small mixing bowl and add 1 tablespoon of water. Stir to combine.
- Add the 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce and 1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil to the bowl, stirring until partially incorporated.
- Stir in the 1/4 teaspoon minced fresh ginger, 1 clove garlic (minced), and 1 teaspoon chopped green onions. Add 1/2 teaspoon white sugar if you want a slightly sweeter finish.
- Whisk briskly until the mixture is smooth and glossy, with no streaks of hoisin. Taste and adjust flavors as needed.
- Cover and refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours before serving.
Notes
For best flavor, serve chilled after resting or right away for a strong ginger and garlic punch.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian