Spicy Chinese Marinade
Elevate your cooking game with this bold and flavorful Spicy Chinese Marinade, a perfect balance of heat, sweetness, and umami. Combining pantry staples like soy sauce, hoisin, and Sriracha with aromatic fresh ginger, garlic, and a hint of honey, this quick 10-minute recipe is a game-changer for marinating your favorite proteins or vegetables. Infused with the warm, distinctive notes of Chinese five-spice powder and a kick from red pepper flakes, this marinade packs a punch while remaining versatile. Finished with vibrant chopped scallions, it's ideal for grilling, stir-frying, or roasting. Whether you're looking to upgrade a weeknight dinner or impress at a barbecue, this marinade promises to deliver irresistible flavors. Optimize your meals and taste the fusion of classic Chinese ingredients with a spicy twist today!
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Ingredients
- 1/4 cup Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons Hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon Sriracha
- 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger (grated)
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1/2 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- 2 stalks Scallions (chopped)
Directions
Step 1
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, hoisin sauce, and sriracha. Whisk until well blended.
Step 2
Add the grated ginger, minced garlic, and honey to the bowl. Continue whisking to mix thoroughly.
Step 3
Sprinkle in the Chinese five-spice powder and red pepper flakes. Stir until the spices are evenly incorporated.
Step 4
Fold in the chopped scallions, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the marinade.
Step 5
Use immediately by pouring over your choice of protein or vegetables. Marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to 8 hours in the refrigerator for maximum flavor.
Step 6
Store leftover marinade in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (229.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 347.6 |
| Total Fat 16.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 2.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 6.5g | |
| Cholesterol 1.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3245.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 46.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 30.3g | |
| Protein 9.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 78.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 497.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories