Description
This easy homemade teriyaki sauce is rich, glossy, and full of sweet and savory flavor. Made with simple pantry staples like soy sauce, brown sugar, and honey, it’s perfect as a glaze, marinade, or dipping sauce for your favorite Asian-inspired dishes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup soy sauce: Provides the savory umami base.
- 1/4 cup brown sugar: Adds sweetness and depth with molasses flavor.
- 2 tablespoons honey: Enhances sweetness and gives a glossy texture.
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder: Adds mild savory flavor.
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger: Brings warmth and a hint of spice.
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch: Used to thicken the sauce.
- 1/4 cup cold water: Mixed with cornstarch to create a slurry.
Instructions
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, garlic powder, and ground ginger. Stir until the sugar dissolves completely.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and cold water to create a smooth slurry.
- Gradually add the cornstarch slurry into the saucepan, stirring continuously to avoid lumps.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.
- Remove from heat and let it cool slightly before using. The sauce will continue to thicken as it cools.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, substitute soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos.
- Use fresh garlic and ginger for a more intense flavor if preferred.
- Store leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days.
- You can freeze the sauce in small portions and reheat as needed.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 35
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg