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Teriyaki Sauce

Homemade Teriyaki Sauce


  • Author: Crystal
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A sweet, savory, and glossy teriyaki sauce perfect for glazing meats, vegetables, or as a dipping sauce.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp water
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • pinch of black pepper

Instructions

  1. Combine soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, garlic, and ginger in a small saucepan.
  2. Add rice vinegar and stir until the sugar dissolves completely.
  3. In a separate cup, mix cornstarch with water to create a smooth slurry.
  4. Pour the slurry into the saucepan and stir well.
  5. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly.
  6. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy.
  7. Remove from heat and stir in sesame oil and a pinch of black pepper.
  8. Allow the sauce to cool slightly before using or transferring to a storage container.

Notes

Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. For a gluten‑free version, use tamari instead of soy sauce. Add a splash of lime juice for extra brightness.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Sauce
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Japanese

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 tbsp
  • Calories: 30 kcal
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 900mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: teriyaki, glaze, Asian, sauce, marinade