Homemade Teriyaki Sauce is a sweet and savory Japanese-style glaze made with soy sauce, sugar, and garlic, perfect for marinating, glazing, or dipping.
Author:Beth
Prep Time:5 minutes
Cook Time:10 minutes
Total Time:15 minutes
Yield:1 cup1x
Category:Sauce
Method:Simmering
Cuisine:Japanese
Diet:Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 teaspoon sesame oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons cold water (for slurry)
Instructions
In a saucepan over medium heat, combine soy sauce, 1/4 cup water, brown sugar, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger. Stir well.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar.
In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with 2 tablespoons cold water to make a slurry.
Slowly whisk the slurry into the sauce and continue to cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.
Remove from heat and let cool slightly before using. Store in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Notes
For a gluten-free version, use tamari instead of soy sauce.
Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
Use as a marinade for meats, glaze for grilled dishes, or a dipping sauce for dumplings and sushi.