Sweet & Savory Homemade Hoisin Sauce

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup (120 ml) soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)
• 1/4 cup (60 ml) peanut butter or black bean paste
• 1/4 cup (50 g) brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons (30 ml) rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon (15 ml) sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon (5 g) garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon (5 g) Chinese five-spice powder (optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon (2 g) red pepper flakes (optional for heat)