Homemade Teriyaki Sauce

This homemade teriyaki sauce can be made easily in less than 10 minutes using pantry staples! This sauce perfectly balances the sweet and savoury flavours you would expect into a sticky sauce that can be used for a range of meals.

Course Condiments

Cuisine Japanese Inspired

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 5

Total Time 10

Servings servings

Calories 120kcal

Author Sally

Equipment

small saucepan

Ingredients

½ cup soy sauce
¼ cup brown sugar
1 ½ teaspoon fresh ginger minced
1 teaspoon minced garlic approx. 2 cloves
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon sesame oil
3 tablespoons mirin or dry sherry
3 teaspoons cornflour/cornstarch mixed with ¼ cup water

Instructions

In a small saucepan, combine the soy sauce, brown sugar, ginger, garlic, honey, sesame oil, and mirin. Stir in the cornflour mixture until well combined.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring to a boil, stirring regularly.
Reduce the heat and simmer for 2–3 minutes, or until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.
Remove from heat and let cool slightly before using.

Notes

Gluten Free Option: substitute the soy sauce for tamari.

Yield: This recipe makes approximately ¾ cup or 180 ml of sauce which is usually enough for a recipe for 4-6 servings.

Storage: Store in a jar or airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 month.

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