Instructions

• Put 1/3 cup hoisin sauce, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons honey, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 2 cloves garlic (minced), 1 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder, 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil, and 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger into a small saucepan.
• Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir the mixture until all ingredients are evenly combined.
• Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. If it begins to bubble vigorously, reduce the heat to maintain a gentle simmer.
• Simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally and scraping the bottom to prevent sticking, until the sauce has thickened slightly and coats the back of a spoon.
• Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the sauce cool to room temperature.
• Use the sauce immediately or transfer it to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.