Hoisin Peanut Dipping Sauce Nuoc Leo

Elevate your dipping game with this rich and flavorful Hoisin Peanut Dipping Sauce (Nuoc Leo), a perfect companion for Vietnamese spring rolls, grilled meats, or your favorite appetizers. This 10-minute recipe marries the bold umami of hoisin sauce with the creamy nuttiness of peanut butter, balanced by zesty lime juice and a touch of sriracha heat. Enhanced with a hint of garlic, a splash of rice vinegar, and a sprinkle of chopped roasted peanuts for garnish, this sauce delivers a tantalizing mix of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors. Whether served warm or at room temperature, it’s a versatile, crowd-pleasing addition that transforms any dish into a culinary delight.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons hoisin sauce
• 2 tablespoons peanut butter (creamy or chunky)
• 0.333 cup water
• 1 teaspoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
• 1 clove garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon sriracha or chili garlic sauce
• 2 teaspoons lime juice
• 1 teaspoon brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon roasted peanuts (chopped, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a small saucepan, combine the hoisin sauce, peanut butter, and water. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well-combined.

Step 2

Place the saucepan over medium-low heat and cook while stirring continuously to prevent sticking or burning, about 3-5 minutes.

Step 3

Once the mixture is heated through and slightly thickened, reduce the heat to low and stir in the soy sauce, rice vinegar, minced garlic, sriracha or chili garlic sauce, lime juice, and brown sugar. Mix well to ensure all ingredients are fully incorporated.

Step 4

Adjust the consistency of the sauce by adding a small amount of water if it's too thick. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more lime juice for acidity or sriracha for heat.

Step 5

Remove the saucepan from heat and let the sauce cool slightly.

Step 6

Transfer the sauce to a serving bowl and garnish with chopped roasted peanuts.

Step 7

Serve warm or at room temperature with fresh spring rolls, grilled meats, or your favorite dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(214.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	398.2

Total Fat 21.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.1g
Cholesterol 1.9mg	0%
Sodium 1437.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 42.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.5g	0%
Total Sugars 24.2g
Protein 12.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 58.2mg	0%
Iron 1.6mg	0%
Potassium 372.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.9%

Protein: 12.0%

Carbs: 41.0%