The difference between my ingredients and and those found in commercial products

Tomorrow night, for a client, I am preparing Korean barbecued ribs. The client has a food allergy (to nuts) and this may include allergy to sesame oil. I therefore developed a special alternative recipe to bring forth the same flavor without causing an allergic reaction. While I was at it, I substituted honey for sugar, thus created a more healthful sauce.


Dynasty brand Hoisin sauce:

Water
Sugar
White vinegar
Soybeans
Rice
Garlic
Salt
Sesame oil
Caramel color
Onions
Red chili
Xanthan gum
Spice
Natural flavor
Citric acid
Star anise
Sodium benzoate
Autolyzed yeast
Ginger root
Licorice root


June’s clean cuisine version of Hoisin sauce:

Soy sauce
Organic white miso paste
Organic brown rice vinegar
Garlic powder
Raw honey
Molasses
Fresh ginger
Fresh garlic
Organic ketchup
Sesame oil
Chili oil