Description
This homemade Teriyaki Sauce recipe delivers a perfect balance of savory, sweet, and tangy flavors. Made with simple ingredients like low-sodium soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger, it’s a versatile sauce ideal for marinating, glazing, or stir-frying meats and vegetables. Easy to prepare on the stovetop, the sauce thickens quickly with a cornstarch slurry, creating a glossy and flavorful finish perfect for Asian-inspired dishes.
Ingredients
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Teriyaki Sauce Ingredients
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup water
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional)
Thickening Agent
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon cold water (for slurry)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the soy sauce, 1/4 cup water, brown sugar, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Stir the mixture and bring it to a gentle simmer.
- Prepare Slurry: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and 1 tablespoon cold water until fully dissolved to create a smooth slurry.
- Thicken Sauce: Slowly pour the cornstarch slurry into the simmering sauce while stirring continuously. Continue cooking and stirring for 2 to 3 minutes until the sauce thickens to your preferred consistency.
- Finish and Cool: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the sesame oil if using. Allow the sauce to cool slightly before using it immediately or transferring it to storage.
Notes
- Store the sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
- Use this teriyaki sauce as a marinade, stir-fry sauce, or glaze for meats and vegetables.
- Adjust sweetness or saltiness by varying the amount of brown sugar and soy sauce according to taste.
- For a thicker sauce, cook for an additional minute or add a bit more cornstarch slurry.
