🍶 Everyday Teriyaki Sauce (Quick & Versatile)
Ingredients
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1/2 cup soy sauce (regular or low-sodium)
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1/4 cup water
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3 tbsp brown sugar (or white sugar)
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1 tbsp honey (optional, adds shine and body)
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1 tbsp rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
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1 tbsp mirin (optional but recommended)
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1–2 cloves garlic, minced
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1/2 tsp grated fresh ginger (or 1/4 tsp powder)
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1 tsp sesame oil
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1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tsp cold water (for thickening)
Instructions
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Mix Base Ingredients
Add soy sauce, water, sugar, honey, vinegar (and mirin if using) to a small saucepan. -
Add Aromatics
Stir in garlic, ginger, and sesame oil. -
Simmer
Heat over medium, stir occasionally until lightly simmering. -
Thicken
Add cornstarch slurry slowly while stirring.
Continue heating 1–2 minutes until glossy and slightly thick. -
Cool & Store
Remove from heat and let it cool — it thickens more as it cools.
Flavor Options
| Variation | How to Adjust |
|---|---|
| Sweeter | Add more honey or brown sugar |
| Thicker glaze | Use extra cornstarch slurry |
| Spicy | Add chili flakes, sambal, or sriracha |
| Smoky | Add a tiny splash of Worcestershire |
| Umami boost | Add a pinch of MSG or dash of fish sauce |
Storage
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Refrigerate 7–14 days in a sealed jar.
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Freeze in cubes for easy portion use.
Perfect For
- 2/3 cup soy sauce (regular or low sodium)
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, crushed
- 1 tsp fresh, grated ginger (optional)
- 1/4 cup scallions, thinly sliced
Teriyaki Sauce INSTRUCTIONS
Mix all ingredients in a bowl. Heat in a medium sized pot, on medium heat, until the mixture boils. Stir continuously to ensure your sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and transfer to the bowl again. To use for stir fry, as a Teriyaki Sauce, pour the sauce into the vegetables while stir frying in wok or pan. To use as a marinade, allow veggies, tofu, or tempeh to soak for at least 20 minutes before grilling. the teriyaki sauce recipe is ready...enjoy the teriyaki !
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