Homemade Teriyaki Sauce Recipe
An exceptional homemade teriyaki sauce with a rich, authentic flavor that easily surpasses any store-bought alternative. Quick to prepare and versatile in use.
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Servings: 12
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/4 cup water combined with 3 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon honey substitute with agave nectar or sweetener of choice for vegan version
- 3 tablespoons mirin
- 1/2 cup tamari or substitute with low sodium soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic minced
- 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh ginger minced
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
Instructions
- Combine all listed components in a small saucepan. Set over medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a boil. Lower the heat and let it simmer gently for approximately 4 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken. Remove from heat and permit it to cool.
- Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to one week. This yields about 1 1/4 cups of sauce.
Notes
Mirin, a sweet Japanese rice wine, imparts a signature depth to the sauce; in its absence, sherry with a touch of sugar may be used.
If using this sauce as a marinade, omit the cornstarch and ensure the sauce has fully cooled before applying.
If using this sauce as a marinade, omit the cornstarch and ensure the sauce has fully cooled before applying.