Chinese Hosin BBQ Sauce
This Asian-inspired sauce is a great marinade for chicken, pork, or salmon dishes. Aromatic, pungent, and spicy, the ginger adds a special flavour and zest to this recipe. Historically, ginger has a long tradition of being very effective in alleviating symptoms of gastrointestinal distress, and modern scientific research has revealed that ginger also exhibits antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects.
Ingredients:
| Hoisin sauce | ¾ cup | 187.5 mL |
| Sesame oil | ¼ cup | 75 mL |
| Chinese fermented black beans | 1 tbsp | 15 mL |
| Red chilli flakes | ¾ tsp | 3.75 mL |
| Peeled ginger coins (sliced ¼ inch thick) | 5 pieces | 5 pieces |
| Star anise | 2 pieces | 2 pieces |
| Grated orange zest | 1 orange | 1 orange |
Directions:
- Combine all ingredients in a small saucepan.
- Slowly simmer for 10 minutes.
- Remove from heat and strain before using.
Makes 8 servings (65 g /serving). 1 serving = marinade for 1 chicken breast.
