Easy Duck Sauce Recipe for Your Chinese Dishes
Duck Sauce — a chinese recipe (condiments and sauces) with 7 ingredients. Source: edamam.com.
15
Total Time (min)
6
servings
112
Calories/serving
Medium
Difficulty
Ingredients
- 1 cup apricot preserves
- 1 cup rice vinegar
- 1 cup soy sauce (low sodium recommended)
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust for spice preference)
Instructions
5 steps
Combine Ingredients
In a medium bowl, mix together apricot preserves, rice vinegar, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, grated ginger, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes until well combined.
Make sure the apricot preserves are at room temperature for easier mixing.Simmer the Sauce
Transfer the mixture to a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently.
Avoid boiling the sauce to keep it smooth.Cook for Flavor
Allow the sauce to simmer for about 5-7 minutes, or until it thickens slightly.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.Cool the Sauce
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the sauce cool to room temperature.
The sauce will thicken more as it cools.Store and Serve
Transfer the duck sauce to an airtight container and refrigerate until ready to use.
This sauce can be stored for up to two weeks in the refrigerator.
💡 Tips & Tricks
Storage & Reheating
Refrigerator
Up to 3 days in an airtight container
Freezer
Up to 2 months — thaw overnight in fridge
Reheat in a skillet or microwave until heated through.
What to Serve With
Complete your chinese meal with these perfect pairings:
About This Dish
Easy Duck Sauce Recipe for Your Chinese Dishes is a beloved dish from Chinese cuisine. With a total preparation time of about 15 minutes, it's a quick and easy option for any day of the week.
Chinese cuisine is one of the oldest and most diverse culinary traditions in the world, with thousands of years of history. Each of China's eight major regional cuisines offers unique flavors and cooking techniques.
This recipe is rated medium difficulty and uses 7 ingredients. Intermediate cooks will enjoy the balanced challenge.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can substitute apricot preserves with peach or plum preserves for different flavors.
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Nutrition Facts
6 serving(s) per recipe
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.
Recipe Details
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