Description
Learn how to make the BEST Teriyaki Sauce at home with this easy and delicious recipe. Perfect for marinating meats or as a sauce for stir-fries, this homemade teriyaki sauce beats store-bought versions any day.
Ingredients
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Teriyaki Sauce:
- 1/2 cup tamari or low sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh ginger, minced
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon honey (agave nectar for vegans)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 3 tablespoons mirin
- 1/4 cup water mixed with 3 teaspoons cornstarch
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a small saucepan, mix all ingredients. Bring to a boil.
- Simmer: Reduce heat and simmer for about 4 minutes.
- Cool: Remove from heat and let it cool.
- Store: Refrigerate the teriyaki sauce for up to a week. Makes about 1 1/4 cups.
Notes
- For a lower-sugar option, consider using a brown sugar alternative.
- Adjust sweetness to taste based on preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
