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XO sauce in a jar on white background with black sesame seeds scattered around.
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Easy XO Sauce Recipe

XO sauce is a Chinese sauce made from chopped seafood, sesame oil and a rich blend of other ingredients that enhance food with an umami flavor.
Course Condiment
Cuisine Chinese
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 8 tablespoons
Calories 27kcal
Author Joss D

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp. canned shrimp finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp. canned scallops* finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp. oyster sauce
  • 1 tbsp. chili garlic sauce
  • 1 tbsp. sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp. soy sauce
  • ½ tsp. fish sauce
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Instructions

  • Mix everything together. It can be stored in a jar or airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
  • XO sauce can be added to stir-fries, noodles, rice, as a dipping sauce, etc. It is a strong, concentrated sauce that should be used sparingly.

Notes

*If you can't find canned scallops, replace them with 1 extra tbsp. finely chopped canned shrimp.

Nutrition

Calories: 27kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 355mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 5mg | Iron: 1mg