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    Home » Sauces » Hoisin Peanut Sauce (Tương Chấm Gỏi Cuốn)

    Published: Apr 19, 2021 · Last Modified: Sep 9, 2021 by Jeannette ·

    Hoisin Peanut Sauce (Tương Chấm Gỏi Cuốn)

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    Hoisin Peanut Sauce in a bowl.
    A rice paper roll dipping into Hoisin Peanut Sauce.
    Hoisin Peanut Sauce in a bowl.
    Hoisin Peanut Sauce in a bowl above a rice paper roll dipping into Hoisin Peanut Sauce.
    Hoisin Peanut Sauce in a bowl.
    A rice paper roll dipping into Hoisin Peanut Sauce

    You can’t have Vietnamese Rice Paper Rolls without some wickedly thick Hoisin Peanut Sauce! It’s a creamy, savory and sweet dip that tastes luxurious and yet is so simple to make. This recipe uses store-bought sauces so all you have to do it mix them over low heat, then voilà – it’s ready for dipping!

    Hoisin Peanut Sauce in a bowl.

    The dip made for Vietnamese rice paper rolls

    I can’t have my rice paper rolls without Hoisin Peanut Sauce, period. It’s like trying to eat Stuffed Tofu without any gravy or Vietnamese Chicken Ragu without bread or rice.

    It’s simply unheard of!

    Now, if you’re anything like me, you’ll be loading each Gỏi Cuốn with the dip as if you’ll never get a chance to eat it again. Trust me, it’s that good.

    There are actually many different versions of this recipe out there. But what I find is that many of them end up being quite watery.

    And while some of you might prefer that, personally I like mine super thick and creamy so the nuttiness smothers over every crevice.

    You can also trust that in this family recipe, you’ll be able to taste both the hoisin AND the peanut flavor. There’s enough of both ingredients for that perfect balance of sweet and savory!

    A rice paper roll dipping into Hoisin Peanut Sauce.

    Why this recipe works

    • Adding lime juice balances the richness with zest.
    • Fried garlic infuses every ingredient with an aromatic flavor.
    • Drizzling in a touch of sesame oil gives a boost of nuttiness.

    What you’ll need

    Dishes of chicken stock, peanut butter, hoisin sauce, chopped garlic, sesame oil, oil, sugar and a lime wedge.

    About the peanut butter

    We like to get smooth peanut butter for this dip, but you can also go for the crunchy version to get more texture.

    How to make this recipe

    Garlic browning in a saucepan.

    Start by heating up the oil in a small pan. Lower the heat to a low-medium and brown the garlic for 1 minute.

    Sauces and garlic in a saucepan.

    Add the hoisin sauce, peanut butter and sugar, mixing until well combined.

    Hoisin Peanut Sauce in a saucepan.

    Adjust the thickness of the sauce by adding water or stock until it reaches a consistency you like.

    A hand squeezing half a lemon's juice into a pot of sauce.

    Add the lemon (or lime) juice and stir until combined.

    To finish it off, drizzle in the sesame oil and give it a stir. Garnish it with crushed peanuts before serving.

    Dunk some Gỏi Cuốn (Vietnamese Summer Rolls) or Bò Bía (Rice Paper Rolls with Chinese Sausage and Eggs) into the dip to complete this summer dream!

    Recipe FAQs

    What can be substituted for hoisin sauce?

    For the sharp sweet and savory flavor profile, bean paste, teriyaki or Worcestershire come close. Otherwise, you can make your own following the recipe from Maggie over at Omnivore’s Cookbook.

    What can I substitute for peanut butter?

    To get the nutty creaminess, you can try using Biscoff spread, sunflower seed butter or sweetened tahini (add sugar to taste). Alternatively, skip the ingredient altogether and reduce the amount of hoisin to dilute some of its sharpness.

    Tips for the best results

    • Cook over a low heat. This prevents the sauces from burning.
    • Add the liquid in slowly. You can adjust the consistency your liking by pouring in a little of the water or stock at a time while stirring. Stop when you’ve found the perfect balance.
    • Stir constantly. The sauces will heat up and bubble quickly, so it’s important to stir to remove the clumps and keep everything smooth.
    Hoisin Peanut Sauce in a bowl.

    Check out our favorite homemade sauces!

    • Vietnamese Dipping Sauce (Nước Mắm) – Other than the Hoisin Peanut Sauce, this is another classic that is often served with Summer Rolls.
    • Lemongrass Chili Sauce (Sa Tế) – Drizzle this over anything from meats to vegetables to noodles to rice for maximum flavor.
    • Sichuan Garlic Chili Oil – Get a spicy kick out of every dish from this homemade hot oil that can be customized to your own taste.
    • Ginger Scallion Oil (薑蔥油) – Our most popular way to dress up your meal. It’s so easy to make with just 4 ingredients!

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    Hoisin Peanut Sauce in a bowl.

    Hoisin Peanut Sauce (Tương Chấm Gỏi Cuốn)

    You can't have Vietnamese Rice Paper Rolls without some Hoisin Peanut Sauce. This recipe uses store-bought sauces to make it super easy!
    5 from 7 votes
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    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 5 minutes
    Servings: 10
    Calories: 91kcal
    Author: Jeannette

    Ingredients

    • 2 tbsp cooking oil
    • 2 cloves garlic (finely chopped)
    • 4 tbsp smooth peanut butter
    • 3 tbsp hoisin sauce
    • 3 tbsp sugar
    • 1/2 cup water (or chicken and pork stock)
    • 1/4 lemon's juice (or lime)
    • 1 tsp sesame oil
    • crushed peanuts (optional)

    Instructions

    • Start by heating up the oil in a small pan. Lower the heat to a low-medium and brown the garlic for 1 minute.
    • Add the hoisin sauce, peanut butter and sugar, mixing until well combined.
    • Adjust the thickness of the sauce by adding water or stock until it reaches a consistency you like.
    • Add the lemon (or lime) juice and stir until combined.
    • To finish it off, drizzle the in sesame oil and give it a stir. Garnish it with crushed peanuts before serving.
    • Dunk some Gỏi Cuốn (Vietnamese Summer Rolls) or Bò Bía (Rice Paper Rolls with Chinese Sausage and Eggs) into the dip to complete this summer dream!

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    Notes

    • Cook over a low heat. This prevents the sauces from burning.
    • Add the liquid in slowly. You can adjust the consistency your liking by pouring in a little of the water or stock at a time while stirring. Stop when you've found the perfect balance.
    • Stir constantly. The sauces will heat up and bubble quickly, so it's important to stir to remove the clumps and keep everything smooth.
    • We like to get smooth peanut butter for this dip, but you can also go for the crunchy version to get more texture.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 91kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 108mg | Potassium: 50mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 1mg
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    This post was originally published on 11/07/19 and updated with tips and FAQs in April 2021.

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    Comments

    1. Alina | Cooking Journey Blog says

      August 21, 2019 at 9:47 am

      5 stars
      Such a lovely dipping sauce idea, I like that it is thick and full of flavor!

      Reply
      • Jeannette says

        August 21, 2019 at 9:50 am

        The best part is how thick and flavourful it can be! Thanks, Alina!

        Reply
    2. Dannii says

      August 21, 2019 at 10:05 am

      5 stars
      We are going to make some summer rolls at the weekend, so I will have to make some of this to go with it.

      Reply
      • Jeannette says

        August 21, 2019 at 10:07 am

        How exciting! I hope you and your family enjoy it!

        Reply
    3. Adrianne says

      August 21, 2019 at 11:23 am

      5 stars
      I love Asian style foods! This hoisin sauce for Vietnamese rice paper rolls are no exception!! I can’t wait to try this on the weekend. Love the little bit of peanut butter in it as well!

      Reply
      • Jeannette says

        August 21, 2019 at 11:25 am

        I hope you love the jam-packed flavour profile of this recipe as much as I do!

        Reply
    4. Tatiana says

      August 21, 2019 at 12:00 pm

      5 stars
      Such beautiful presentation! I always find it so hard to roll mine let alone have them looking like yours. Really beautiful.

      Reply
      • Jeannette says

        August 21, 2019 at 12:19 pm

        Thanks! I sometimes like to sneak a few over to Grandma because she rolls it best! But practise makes perfect!

        Reply
    5. Paula Montenegro says

      August 21, 2019 at 12:17 pm

      5 stars
      I have a cupboard full of Asian sauces and spices and don’t really know how to use many of them… Thanks for the info about hoisin. Can’t wait to try this recipe!

      Reply
      • Jeannette says

        August 21, 2019 at 12:19 pm

        I’m so glad this post helped! Enjoy the recipe!

        Reply
    6. Lynne says

      August 08, 2020 at 2:07 pm

      Any idea of the nutritional value of the sauce per serving Jeanette?
      Ie. kilojoules.
      I’m tracking my food.
      Thanx

      Reply
      • Jeannette says

        August 08, 2020 at 2:40 pm

        Hi Lynne, I’ve just updated the nutritional value of the sauce. You can find it in the recipe card 🙂

        Reply
    7. Teresa says

      July 06, 2021 at 2:44 am

      5 stars
      Tastes just like my Mama Luong’s! She never gives me an exact recipe so I appreciate this so much! Cảm ơn!

      Reply
      • Jeannette says

        July 06, 2021 at 6:06 pm

        That’s so wonderful to hear, Teresa! I’m glad it tasted like your Mama Luong’s! Must taste like home 😉

        Reply
    8. Fran says

      July 23, 2021 at 6:08 pm

      Hi Jeanette,

      Just made a batch of this sauce today. Taste lovely!
      Do I need to keep the leftover sauce in the fridge ?
      If yes, do I need to heat up in the microwave or add some hot water after removing from the fridge for my next use ?

      Thanks.

      Reply
      • Jeannette says

        July 24, 2021 at 9:15 pm

        Hi, Fran! Glad you liked it 😀 You can definitely store the leftovers in the fridge. Just make sure it’s sealed in an airtight container. If the weather is cool, you can even leave it out of the fridge so long as it’s covered. We normally just eat it straight out of the fridge if it’s the day after, but you can put it in the microwave for 20 second increments at a time if you’d prefer it warm. Just test to see if it’s the right temperature as you microwave it. Hope that helps!

        Reply
    9. Unclewilly says

      September 09, 2021 at 2:11 pm

      Is it lime juice or lemon juice? In the beginning of the recipe you say lime is refreshing but the recipe uses lemon?

      Reply
      • Jeannette says

        September 09, 2021 at 3:38 pm

        Hi! Thanks for the spot! I’ve updated the recipe to include both. I generally use whichever I have on hand 🙂

        Reply
    10. Jozef Hucman (Slovakia - Europe) says

      October 12, 2022 at 1:33 am

      Hi, is the peanut cream that goes into the recipe salty or sweet?

      Jozef

      Reply
      • Jeannette says

        January 07, 2023 at 12:15 pm

        Hi, Jozef! For this recipe, we use peanut butter, which is generally not sweet.

        Reply

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