Teriyaki Sauce
The ultimate comfort food, homemade Teriyaki Sauce is sweet, savory, and bursting with flavor. Perfect for marinating or drizzling on any dish, this easy recipe will become a staple in your kitchen. Try it tonight!
Equipment
- Wooden Spoon
- Grater
- Mixing Bowl
- Frying Pan
- Saucepan
- Whisk
- Large Pot
Ingredients
- ½ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup honey
- ¼ cup brown sugar packed
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar unseasoned
- 1 tablespoon fresh garlic finely grated
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger finely grated
- ¼ cup water
- 1½ tablespoons cornstarch
Instructions
- Start by getting a small saucepan. Place it on medium heat and add the soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, sesame oil, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger to the pan. Whisk everything together until well combined. You'll notice the sweetness and umami mixing beautifully as it heats up.
- Continue to whisk the mixture until it comes just to a boil. Keep an eye on it, as you want to avoid any overflows. The color will deepen slightly as it heats, turning into a glossy mixture that smells divine.
- Once boiling, it's time to lower the heat. Decrease it to a gentle simmer. This allows the flavors to meld together beautifully. You'll notice the sauce becoming a little thicker already at this stage.
- In a separate small cup or bowl, stir together the water and cornstarch to create a slurry. This step is crucial as it will help thicken your sauce without any lumps. Make sure to whisk it well until there are no clumps left.
- Now, while constantly whisking the sauce on the stove, slowly pour the cornstarch slurry into the mixture. This is where the magic happens! You'll see your sauce begin to transform as it thickens right before your eyes.
- Let the Teriyaki Sauce simmer for about 5 minutes or so. During this time, it will reach the perfect thickness. If you find it too thick for your liking, feel free to add a little more water to adjust.
- Once thickened to your satisfaction, remove the saucepan from heat. Allow it to cool slightly before using. It will continue to thicken as it cools, so don't worry if it's a little runny right off the stove.
Notes
- Tip 1: If you prefer a less-sweet teriyaki sauce, use half the amount of honey and brown sugar.
- Tip 2: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two weeks.