Description
Ready in just 10 minutes, this Homemade Teriyaki Sauce is a sweet and savory classic that’s incredibly easy to make with pantry staples. Whether you’re looking for a quick stir-fry enhancer, a glaze for grilled meats, or a dipping sauce for your favorite appetizers, this versatile sauce delivers big flavor with little effort. Thick, glossy, and packed with garlic and ginger, it beats any bottled version and is a perfect go-to for easy dinner ideas, healthy snacks, and bold food ideas. A must-have recipe in your collection of easy recipes for busy nights.
Ingredients
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup honey (or brown sugar)
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated (or 1/2 tsp ground)
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
Instructions
1. Combine soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil in a small saucepan.
2. Place over medium heat and stir the mixture until combined.
3. Bring to a gentle simmer and let the flavors meld for 3–4 minutes.
4. In a small bowl, whisk cornstarch and water to create a slurry.
5. Slowly pour the slurry into the sauce while stirring continuously.
6. Continue cooking for 2–3 minutes, stirring, until the sauce thickens.
7. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly before use.
Notes
For a deeper flavor, add a splash of pineapple juice or mirin.
Store in a jar in the fridge for up to one week or freeze in portions for later use.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Sauces & Condiments
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 48
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 530mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0.2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: teriyaki sauce, homemade teriyaki, quick sauces, easy recipe, dinner ideas