Ingredients:
- 1 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon mirin (sweet rice wine – if unavailable, see substitutions below)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/4 cup cold water
- 1 large clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
Substitution for Mirin:
If mirin is not available, you can substitute with a combination of:
- 1 tablespoon dry sherry and 1 teaspoon sugar OR
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar and 1 teaspoon sugar
Instructions:
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, whisk together soy sauce, water, brown sugar, honey, mirin (or substitute), garlic, and ginger.
- Simmer: Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly.
- Thicken: In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch and cold water until smooth. Gradually add the cornstarch mixture to the simmering sauce, whisking constantly until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
- Cool and Store: Remove the sauce from heat and allow it to cool completely. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Tips:
- For a spicier sauce, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- Freshly grated ginger will give a more intense flavor.
- Double the recipe if you want to make a larger batch.
- The sauce will thicken further as it cools.
Uses for Simple Teriyaki Sauce:
- Marinade for chicken, beef, fish, or tofu
- Glaze for grilled meats or vegetables
- Stir-fry sauce
- Dipping sauce
Enjoy your homemade Teriyaki sauce!
