Description

This homemade teriyaki sauce is a robust and versatile condiment that elevates any dish with its rich flavors. It is simple to make and uses common pantry ingredients, making it an excellent choice for enhancing weeknight meals.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup Low-Sodium Soy Sauce
½ cup Water
½ cup Light Brown Sugar
¼ cup Honey or Maple Syrup
2 tablespoons Fresh Ginger, grated
4 cloves Garlic, minced
2 tablespoons Cornstarch
4 tablespoons Cold Water (for cornstarch slurry)
1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar
1 teaspoon Sesame Oil

Cook Mode Prevent your screen from going dark

Instructions

Prepare the Aromatics: Grate the fresh ginger and mince the garlic
Combine Liquid Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, combine low-sodium soy sauce, water, brown sugar, honey, ginger, and garlic. Whisk till the sugar dissolves
Create the Cornstarch Slurry: Mix cornstarch with cold water in a small bowl until smooth
Heat and Thicken: Over medium heat, bring the sauce to a gentle simmer. Slowly add the cornstarch slurry while whisking continuously
Simmer to Desired Consistency: Keep whisking for 2-3 minutes until thickened to your liking
Add Finishing Touches: Stir in rice vinegar and sesame oil
Cool and Store: Let the sauce cool before transferring to an airtight container

Notes

For gluten-free, use tamari or coconut aminos instead of soy sauce.

Adjust sweetness to taste using honey or maple syrup.

Store in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 weeks.

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 5 mins
Category: Condiment
Method: Sauce Making
Cuisine: Japanese

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
Calories: 65 kcal
Sugar: 13 g
Sodium: 450 mg
Fat: 0.5 g
Saturated Fat: 0 g
Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 15 g
Fiber: 0 g
Protein: 1 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg