Name: Teriyaki Sauce
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: . Sauce Base; ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce ((128g) or tamari (for gluten-free)); 2 Tablespoons rice vinegar; 1 Tablespoon sesame oil; 1/4 cup light brown sugar ((60g)); 1 Tablespoon honey; 3/4 teaspoon ground ginger; 1 clove garlic ((minced)); 2 teaspoons cornstarch (mixed with 2 tsp water to make a slurry (or use flour)); 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Welcome to the world of homemade teriyaki sauce! This delightful blend of flavors will transform your dishes and is so easy to make.

Quick Tips

This part’s so satisfying: watching the sauce thicken as it cooks! Just remember to stir constantly to achieve that perfect texture.

Delicious Uses

You can drizzle this sauce over grilled meats or use it as a marinade. Trust me, you’ll love it!

Ingredients

Sauce Base:
½ cup low-sodium soy sauce ((128g) or tamari (for gluten-free))
2 Tablespoons rice vinegar
1 Tablespoon sesame oil
1/4 cup light brown sugar ((60g))
1 Tablespoon honey
3/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1 clove garlic ((minced))
2 teaspoons cornstarch (mixed with 2 tsp water to make a slurry (or use flour))
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Instructions

Cooking Steps:
Step 1

- Combine Ingredients: Add all ingredients to a saucepan over medium heat.
Step 2

- Boil the Sauce: Bring to a boil, stirring constantly, and boil for about 1 minute. The sauce should be thick enough to coat the back of the spoon. Remove from heat.
Step 3

- Store Sauce: Store teriyaki sauce in the fridge for 1-2 weeks.
Step 4

- Serving Suggestions: Ideas for using Teriyaki Sauce:Teriyaki Chicken Teriyaki Salmon BowlHawaiian Bowls Burgers: Smothered over a Hamburger, Grilled Chicken Sandwich, or Turkey Burger, with add a ring of pineapple and extra teriyaki sauce.

Nutrition

Calories: 100, Fat: 0g, Carbs: 24g, Protein: 1g

Cooking techniques

Simmering the sauce on medium heat allows the flavors to meld beautifully. Stirring constantly ensures that it thickens properly without burning.

Variations or substitutions

For a gluten-free version, use tamari instead of soy sauce. You can also experiment with adding pineapple juice for a sweeter, fruitier flavor!

Storage tips

Keep your teriyaki sauce in an airtight container in the fridge. It should last for 1-2 weeks, making it perfect for meal prep!

Notes

This teriyaki sauce can easily be customized to your taste. Feel free to adjust the sweetness or spice level by adding more sugar or crushed red pepper flakes.