Discover the enchanting taste of Homemade Teriyaki Sauce, a delightful Japanese condiment that elevates your dishes with its perfect blend of sweetness and umami. This versatile sauce infuses meats, fish, and vegetables with a mouthwatering glaze that captivates your palate. Embrace the art of making this easy-to-prepare sauce, and unlock the secrets of Japanese cuisine in the comfort of your kitchen.
Homemade Teriyaki Sauce
Homemade Teriyaki Sauce brings the delightful flavors of Japanese cuisine to your kitchen. With its perfect balance of sweetness and umami, this sauce elevates your dishes with its irresistible glaze. Embrace the art of creating this easy-to-make sauce and enjoy its versatility as a marinade, glaze, or dipping sauce. Savor the delightful essence of Homemade Teriyaki Sauce, as it adds a touch of Japanese culinary magic to your favorite meals.
Equipment
- sauce pan
Ingredients
- soy sauce
- water
- brown sugar
- honey
- rice vinegar
- garlic
- ginger
- sesame oil
- corn starch
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, water, brown sugar, honey or maple syrup, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger.
- If using sesame oil, add it to the mixture for an extra layer of flavor.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir the ingredients to combine.Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar and blend the flavors.
- If you prefer a thicker consistency for your teriyaki sauce, create a cornstarch slurry by mixing 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water in a separate bowl until smooth.
- Slowly pour the cornstarch slurry into the simmering sauce while stirring continuously.Continue stirring until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.
- Let the sauce simmer for another 1-2 minutes to allow all the flavors to meld together.
- Taste the teriyaki sauce and adjust the sweetness or saltiness according to your preference. You can add more brown sugar for sweetness or more soy sauce for saltiness.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the teriyaki sauce cool slightly.
- Use the homemade teriyaki sauce as a glaze for grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or as a dipping sauce.Store any leftover teriyaki sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a few weeks.
Video
Notes
- The sauce will thicken slightly as it cools, especially if you used the cornstarch slurry.
- For variations, you can add a splash of mirin (sweet rice wine) for added sweetness or a dash of red pepper flakes for spiciness.
Nutrition
Serving: 600g
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!