Description
Skip the store-bought stuff and whip up this Quick Homemade Teriyaki Sauce in under 10 minutes! It’s rich, glossy, and perfectly balanced with sweet, savory, and umami flavors. Perfect for drizzling over rice bowls, basting grilled meats, or tossing into stir-fries. If you need a quick dinner solution, easy recipe for marinades, or flavorful sauce to jazz up healthy snacks or weeknight meals, this is it! Great for anyone hunting tasty food ideas with minimal fuss.
Ingredients
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons honey
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon grated ginger
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons cold water
1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
1. In a small saucepan, whisk together soy sauce, water, brown sugar, and honey over medium heat.
2. Add minced garlic and grated ginger. Simmer for 3-4 minutes to blend the flavors.
3. In a separate bowl, mix cornstarch and cold water to make a slurry.
4. Slowly whisk the slurry into the saucepan until the sauce thickens.
5. Simmer for another 2-3 minutes until glossy and thickened.
6. Stir in toasted sesame seeds if using. Serve warm or cool.
Notes
To enhance sweetness, add a splash of pineapple juice.
Use low-sodium soy sauce for a lighter version.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Sauces & Condiments
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg