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Homemade Teriyaki Sauce Recipe

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This homemade Teriyaki Sauce is a perfectly balanced blend of savory soy sauce, sweet honey and brown sugar, aromatic toasted sesame oil, tangy rice vinegar, and fresh grated garlic and ginger. It simmers into a glossy, thickened sauce ideal for glazing grilled meats, stir-fries, or as a dipping sauce. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile condiment enhances any Asian-inspired dish with its rich umami flavor.

Ingredients

Teriyaki Sauce Ingredients

  • ½ cup soy sauce
  • ¼ cup honey
  • ¼ cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon finely grated fresh garlic
  • 1 tablespoon finely grated fresh ginger
  • ¼ cup water
  • 1½ tablespoons cornstarch

Instructions

  1. Combine Sauce Ingredients: In a small saucepan over medium heat, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, toasted sesame oil, rice vinegar, grated garlic, and grated ginger. Bring the mixture just to a boil to dissolve the sugars and blend the flavors.
  2. Create Cornstarch Slurry: In a separate small bowl, stir together the water and cornstarch until fully combined and smooth.
  3. Thicken the Sauce: While continuously whisking the simmering soy sauce mixture, slowly pour in the cornstarch slurry to prevent lumps from forming.
  4. Simmer to Desired Thickness: Allow the sauce to simmer gently, whisking occasionally, until it thickens to a glossy consistency, approximately 5 minutes. If the sauce becomes too thick, adjust by adding a little water to reach your preferred texture.
  5. Cool and Use: Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the teriyaki sauce cool. Once cooled, it is ready to be used as a glaze, marinade, or dipping sauce.

Notes

  • Use freshly grated garlic and ginger for the best flavor; a microplane zester works well for a fine texture.
  • Adjust sweetness by varying the honey and brown sugar quantities according to taste preference.
  • Store leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
  • This sauce can be reheated gently on the stove or microwave before use.
  • For a gluten-free version, substitute tamari or gluten-free soy sauce.

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