3 Ways to Create Flavor Bombs

with Chinese Five Spice: Marinades, Sauces & Seasonings

1. Five Spice Honey-Garlic Marinade

Sweet, savory, and aromatic—perfect for chicken, tofu, or roasted veggies.

Ingredients:

  • ¼ cup soy sauce

  • 2 tbsp honey

  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1½ tsp USimplySeason Chinese Five Spice

  • ½ tsp chili flakes (optional for heat)

Instructions:

  1. Whisk all ingredients together in a small bowl.

  2. Marinate protein or vegetables for at least 30 minutes before grilling, roasting, or pan-frying.

  3. Reserve extra marinade to brush on while cooking for extra flavor!

2. Five Spice Dipping Sauce (Savory-Sweet Magic)

Perfect for dumplings, bao buns, spring rolls, or crispy wings.

Ingredients:

  • 3 tbsp soy sauce

  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar

  • 1 tbsp hoisin sauce

  • 1 tsp sesame oil

  • 1 tsp honey

  • ½ tsp USimplySeason Chinese Five Spice

  • Optional: minced green onions, sesame seeds for topping

Instructions:

  1. Stir all ingredients together until smooth.

  2. Taste and adjust sweetness or saltiness if desired.

  3. Garnish with green onions or sesame seeds and serve immediately.

3. Five Spice Flavor Bombs (Dry Rub Version)

Quick seasoning magic for meats, tofu, roasted veggies, or even popcorn.

Ingredients:

  • 2 tbsp brown sugar

  • 1 tbsp salt

  • 1 tbsp USimplySeason Chinese Five Spice

  • ½ tsp garlic powder

  • ½ tsp smoked paprika

  • ¼ tsp white pepper

Instructions:

  1. Mix all spices together in a bowl.

  2. Store in an airtight jar.

  3. Rub onto chicken, pork, tofu, or veggies before cooking—or sprinkle over popcorn or fries for a sweet-savory twist!

Flavor Alchemist

Welcome! I'm the creator behind U Simply Season, where I believe that every meal is an opportunity for a masterpiece. As the host of the podcast, "Seasoned Journeys - The Alchemy of Flavor," I dive deep into the cultural and historical stories behind the spices that make our food so vibrant. Whether it's through a podcast episode or a recipe blog, my goal is to inspire your next great culinary creation.

Happy Seasoning,

Sylvia

https://www.usimplyseason.com/contact
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