Recipes for Hoisin Sauce Commercially Bottled Opened

Safe ways to use hoisin sauce commercially bottled opened past its expiration date

Hoisin Glazed Chicken Skewers

Hoisin Glazed Chicken Skewers

A delicious and safe recipe that uses expired hoisin sauce to create a flavorful glaze on tender chicken skewers.

Prep time:
15 minutes
Cook time:
12 minutes
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into cubes
  • 1/4 cup expired hoisin sauce
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon ginger, grated
  • Bamboo skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine the expired hoisin sauce, soy sauce, honey, vegetable oil, garlic, and ginger. Mix well.
  2. Thread the chicken cubes onto the soaked bamboo skewers.
  3. Brush the hoisin sauce mixture onto the chicken skewers, making sure they are coated evenly.
  4. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook the skewers for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and slightly charred.
  5. Serve the Hoisin Glazed Chicken Skewers as an appetizer or with steamed rice and vegetables for a complete meal.
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⚠️Difficulty level: medium
Stir-Fried Vegetables with Hoisin Sauce

Stir-Fried Vegetables with Hoisin Sauce

A quick and safe recipe that transforms expired hoisin sauce into a flavorful stir-fry sauce for fresh vegetables.

Prep time:
10 minutes
Cook time:
10 minutes
Servings:
2

Ingredients

  • 2 cups mixed vegetables (such as bell peppers, broccoli, carrots, and snap peas), sliced
  • 2 tablespoons expired hoisin sauce
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic and stir-fry for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the mixed vegetables and stir-fry for 3-5 minutes until they are slightly tender but still crisp.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the expired hoisin sauce and soy sauce.
  5. Pour the sauce over the stir-fried vegetables and toss to coat evenly.
  6. Optional: Add sesame oil and red pepper flakes for additional flavor and spice.
  7. Continue cooking for another 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  8. Serve the Stir-Fried Vegetables with Hoisin Sauce as a side dish or with cooked rice or noodles for a complete meal.
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy
Hoisin Glazed Tofu

Hoisin Glazed Tofu

A delicious and safe recipe that uses expired hoisin sauce to create a flavorful glaze on crispy tofu.

Prep time:
15 minutes
Cook time:
15 minutes
Servings:
2

Ingredients

  • 1 block of tofu
  • 2 tablespoons of expired hoisin sauce
  • 1 tablespoon of soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon of sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon of cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon of minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon of grated ginger
  • 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. Press the tofu to remove excess moisture.
  2. Cut the tofu into cubes and set aside.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the expired hoisin sauce, soy sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, minced garlic, and grated ginger to make the glaze.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.
  5. Add the tofu cubes to the pan and cook until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes.
  6. Pour the hoisin glaze over the tofu cubes and stir to coat evenly.
  7. Continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes, until the glaze thickens and coats the tofu.
  8. Serve hot and enjoy!
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy
Hoisin Glazed Salmon

Hoisin Glazed Salmon

A mouthwatering recipe that uses slightly expired hoisin sauce to create a sweet and savory glaze on succulent salmon fillets.

Prep time:
15 minutes
Cook time:
15 minutes
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 4 salmon fillets
  • 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the hoisin sauce, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
  3. Place the salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  4. Brush the hoisin sauce mixture over the salmon fillets, making sure they are evenly coated.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
  6. Garnish with sliced green onions before serving.
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy

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