Hoisin (with dates) sauce

4 large dried Medjool dates, pitted

¼ cup almond butter

¼ cup coconut aminos

¼ cup water

2 tbsp rice vinegar

1 tbsp balsamic vinegar

½ tsp Chinese five spice powder

½ tsp toasted sesame oil

¼ tsp sea salt

mince and mash up the dates until they’re the consistency of a thick, sticky paste.

Minced dates with knife or whizzer then combine with the rest of the ingredients in a small saucepan, bringing to a simmer.

Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 7 minutes or until the sauce thickens and darkens.