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How to Prepare Homemade Teriyaki Sauce – a straightforward, uncomplicated teriyaki sauce recipe that is perfect for enhancing salmon or chicken!

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Effortless Homemade Teriyaki Sauce

Alright everyone, have you ever prepared homemade teriyaki sauce? Well, you are about to embark on that journey. It is incredibly simple, tastes fantastic, and will leave you questioning why you ever purchased it from a store. It is an excellent sauce to prepare on a weekend and incorporate into your meals throughout the week to enhance your weeknight dinner experience. I typically make a double or triple batch and then utilize it in various recipes during the week. It can serve as a marinade or a straightforward sauce, and it is an essential addition to your culinary skills (we particularly enjoy it on this !

What You Will Require

water: this serves as the foundation of the liquid/sauce.

sesame oil: I adore the flavor this contributes – a small amount goes a long way!

brown sugar + honey: both of these ingredients provide that signature sweetness characteristic of teriyaki sauce. You may substitute for brown if that is your preference.

soy sauce: a traditional ingredient in teriyaki sauce – you can opt for a here (such as , etc.).

garlic + fresh ginger: these ingredients impart a significant burst of flavor!

Slurry: mix some water and to create a classic slurry, which will then be added as our thickening agent to the liquid.

What to Prepare with Teriyaki Sauce

Gather your ingredients.

Prepare your slurry – set it aside.

Someone is whisking together a slurry in a small bowl.

Combine your other ingredients in a saucepan. Bring to a simmer.

All ingredients are added to a saucepan.

Incorporate the slurry and whisk while simmering.

Whisking together the ingredients in the saucepan as they thicken.

It will take a few minutes until the sauce begins to thicken.

Notes

Flavor: if you want a stronger-tasting sauce simply add an additional tablespoon of brown sugar or another tablespoon of soy sauce. You do want a fairly strong sauce, as it will mellow out once it is on your main dish.

Storage: store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

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A great teriyaki sauce recipe to try !
Teriyaki Sauce Recipe Ingredients

7 quarts Soy Sauce
9 quarts sugar (Measure with the same container you would measure liquid quarts with)
18 quarts water
3 three inch sections of ginger, peeled
3 heads garlic, peeled
3 heads lettuce
5 medium apples
2 stalks celery
1 bunch/bundle parsley
3 large white onions, peeled

Teriyaki Sauce INSTRUCTIONS

Wash fruits and vegetables well, then cut into small chunks suitable for blending, removing and discarding stems and seeds as needed.
Place fruit/vegetables in a large blender, add water as needed, and liquify.
Mix water, sugar, fruit/vegetable blend, and soy sauce in a large stock pot and bring to a boil over high heat.
Reduce heat to low and continue cooking at a slow simmer for two hours or until teriyaki sauce thickens to desired consistancy.
Remove from heat and allow to cool.
Transfer to storage container, label with contents and date, and refrigerate until use. The Teriyaki sauce recipe is ready !

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Teriyaki Sauce

Teriyaki Sauce Recipe

Spend 10 minutes preparing the finest homemade Teriyaki Sauce.

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For any dish where you would typically use , this homemade version surpasses it!

Store-bought sauces often contain numerous unfamiliar ingredients and preservatives that are difficult to pronounce, whereas this homemade alternative consists of genuine, straightforward ingredients that you likely have readily available.

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Notes

Teriyaki Sauce Marinade: I love to use this as a marinade! Just pour ¼ cup over , or and let it marinate for 30 minutes or more.

Healthy Teriyaki Sauce: .

No Cornstarch: .

Gluten-free: Make sure to use .

Vegan: .

Freezing Instructions: . Thaw completely in the refrigerator before using.

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Ingredients

* 1/2 cup soy sauce
* 2 teaspoon dark sesame oil
* Juice of 2 oranges
* 2 tablespoon honey
* 2 tablespoon ginger, peeled and minced
* 1/2 cup scallion, chopped
* 2 teaspoon garlic, minced
* 2 teaspoon sesame seeds, toasted

INSTRUCTIONS

Combine all ingredients in a large bowl. .

The teriyaki sauce recipe is ready.....May also be used as a great marinade for , or beef.
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TERIYAKI SAUCE RECIPE 3

A premium, glossy, traditional-style teriyaki using a 3-part formula: shoyu (soy sauce), mirin, and sugar — elevated with optional aromatics.

⭐ INGREDIENTS (Makes ~1 cup)

The Classic 3-Ingredient Base

Soy Sauce — ½ cup
- Use Japanese shoyu for authentic umami.
Mirin — ½ cup
- Traditional teriyaki relies heavily on mirin for sweetness and sheen.
Sugar — 3 tbsp
- White sugar keeps flavor clean; brown sugar adds richer caramel notes.

⭐ OPTIONAL HIGH-VALUE UPGRADES

(Not traditional, but greatly improve depth, aroma, and shine.)

2 tbsp sake — adds aroma and softens saltiness
1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 tsp honey for deeper glaze
½–1 tsp toasted sesame oil
Cornstarch slurry (1 tsp cornstarch + 1 tsp water) only if you want a very thick glaze

🧑‍🍳 STEP-BY-STEP (Professional Japanese Method)

1. Combine the Base

In a small saucepan, whisk together:

Soy sauce
Mirin
Sugar

Heat over medium until the sugar dissolves completely.

2. Add Aromatics (If Using Them)

Add:

Ginger
Garlic

Simmer gently for 3–5 minutes.
Avoid boiling hard — it can create bitterness and reduce too fast.

3. Reduce to Desired Thickness

Let the sauce simmer 5–8 minutes, stirring occasionally.

You’re looking for:

Light bubbling
Glossy shine
Slightly thickened texture

Chef Note:
Traditional teriyaki is not super-thick — it’s a lacquer-style finishing sauce.

4. Strain for Silky Smoothness

For a restaurant finish:

Strain out solids (ginger/garlic)
The result is a smooth, beautifully shiny teriyaki glaze

5. Optional: Thicken for Glaze

If you want a thick, clingy finish (for chicken or salmon):

Stir in the cornstarch slurry
Simmer 1–2 minutes until glossy and thick
Do NOT over-thicken — it should still pour

🍱 HOW TO USE TERIYAKI SAUCE-3

As a Marinade

Chicken: 1–3 hours
Beef: 30–90 minutes
Salmon: 20–40 minutes
Shrimp or tofu: 20 minutes

As a Glaze

Brush onto grilled meats in the final minute to create a caramelized sheen.

As a Stir-Fry Sauce

Add 2–4 tbsp at the end of cooking for a glossy finish.

As a Dip

Pair with dumplings, skewers, vegetables, sushi, or bowls.

🔥 HIGH VALUE CHEF TIPS

✔ The 1:1 Soy Sauce : Mirin ratio is classic

Gives perfect balance without needing additional sugar.

✔ Sake is optional but recommended

It adds aroma and softens sweetness.

✔ Don’t boil hard

Teriyaki should reduce slowly for a smooth finish.

✔ Add honey at the end

Honey scorches if cooked too long — adding it last preserves shine.

✔ For deeper umami

Add a tiny pinch of bonito flakes or a few drops of white miso.

🧊 STORAGE

Fridge: up to 3 weeks in an airtight jar
Freezer: up to 3 months
Reheat gently; do not boil once finished

OTHER RECIPES

A nice teriyaki sauce recipe to try !

Ingredients

* 1/4 c of cold water

* 1/4 c of (soy sauce)

* 2 tbspn of cornstarch

* 3 tbspn of brown sugar

* 1 minced garlic clove

* 1 dash of fresh grated ginger

INSTRUCTIONS

1. In your saucepan stir constantly while adding 1 c of water, brown sugar, soy sauce, ginger, garlic and bring to a boil.

2. Take the cornstarch and dissolve it in a 1/4 c of cold water and add to the sauce.

3. Consistantly stirring allow the sauce to thicken. 4. If your not happy with the thickness of the sauce then add more water or soysauce. The teriyaki sauce recipe is ready....

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TERIYAKI SAUCE RECIPE-4

A balanced, glossy, deeply umami Japanese teriyaki with four essential components: soy sauce, mirin, sake, and sweetener—enhanced with aromatics and chef techniques.

📜 Ingredients (Makes ~1¼ cups)

The Core Four (Base of Teriyaki)

Soy Sauce — ½ cup
- Use Japanese shoyu (Kikkoman, Yamasa) for a clean umami profile.
Mirin — ⅓ cup
- Provides sweetness + natural sheen.
Sake — ¼ cup
- Adds depth, aroma, and cuts through sweetness.
Sweetener — ⅓ cup total
- Traditional: 3 tbsp sugar + 1 tbsp honey
- Alternatively: 4 tbsp brown sugar

⭐ Flavor Boosters (Optional but High Value)

2 cloves garlic, crushed or grated
1 tsp fresh ginger, grated finely
1 tsp toasted sesame oil
1 tbsp rice vinegar (for balance and brightness)
1 tbsp cornstarch + 1 tbsp water (only if you want a thick glaze)

🧑‍🍳 Step-by-Step (Professional Method)

1. Build the Base

In a small saucepan, combine:

Soy sauce
Mirin
Sake
All sweeteners

Heat over medium, whisking until sugar fully dissolves.

2. Add Aromatics

Add:

Garlic
Ginger
Sesame oil

Simmer gently (not boil!) for 5–7 minutes.
This infuses flavor without burning or bitterness.

3. Balance & Reduce

Stir in rice vinegar.
Simmer another 3–5 minutes until the sauce reduces slightly and develops shine.

Chef Tip:
Do NOT over-reduce or it may become salty. Stop when the sauce lightly coats the back of a spoon.

4. Optional: Create a Thick Glaze

For a glossy, sticky finishing glaze:

Whisk in the cornstarch slurry
Simmer 1–2 minutes
Stir continuously until thick and smooth

5. Strain (High-End Restaurant Touch)

Strain out the garlic and ginger for a silky, lacquered sauce.
This is what gives restaurant teriyaki its perfect shine.

🍱 How to Use Teriyaki Sauce–4

As a Marinade

Use ¼–½ cup per pound of protein
Ideal marinating times:
- Chicken: 1–3 hrs
- Beef: 30 min–2 hrs
- Salmon: 20–40 min
- Tofu: 20–30 min

As a Cooking Sauce

Pour directly into stir-fries during the last 2 minutes of cooking.

As a Glaze

Brush onto grilled meat in the final minute to create caramelization.

As a Dip

Perfect for potstickers, tempura, vegetable sticks, shrimp, and noodles.

🔥 High Value Chef Tips

1. Mirin Matters

Cheap “mirin-style” seasoning tastes metallic.
Real mirin = cleaner sweetness and better sheen.

2. Don’t Skip the Sake

Sake evaporates and leaves behind aroma + balance.
It’s the difference between “good” and “authentic.”

3. Want Sweeter?

Add 1–2 tbsp honey at the end for a soft, rounded finish.

4. Want Savory?

Add 1–2 tsp soy sauce or a pinch of bonito flakes.

5. Add Smokiness

Stir in ⅛ tsp smoked paprika for grilled chicken and BBQ-style teriyaki.

🧊 Storage

Fridge: 2–3 weeks in a sealed jar
Freezer: 3–4 months in small portions
Thickened version: keep refrigerated and use within 10–14 days

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INGREDIENTS

2 parts shoyu to 1 part brown sugar (or honey)
smashed garlic cloves
smashed fresh ginger (we never bother to peel either the garlic or the ginger)
dash of sesame oil
chopped green onions

INSTRUCTIONS

Boil till the sugar is dissolved.

Add more sugar or shoyu until you get the desired sweetness.

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Home Made Teriyaki Sauce

Home Made Teriyaki Sauce Recipe

Teriyaki sauce is a glossy, savory-sweet Japanese glaze made from soy sauce, sugar, and aromatics. This homemade version gives you better depth, cleaner flavor, and customizable sweetness compared to store-bought bottles. Perfect for grilling, marinades, stir-fries, and dipping.

📜 Ingredients (Makes ~1 cup)

Core Base (Essential):

½ cup soy sauce (Japanese shoyu preferred for best flavor)
¼ cup mirin
¼ cup sake
3–4 tbsp brown sugar (or use honey for a smoother glaze)

Aromatics & Flavor Enhancers (Optional but HIGHLY recommended):

1–2 cloves garlic, finely minced or grated
1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
1 tbsp rice vinegar (balances sweetness)
1 tsp toasted sesame oil (adds nutty aroma)

Thickening (If you want a glaze-style teriyaki):

1 tbsp cornstarch + 1 tbsp cold water (slurry)

🧑‍🍳 Method (Professional Technique)

1. Combine the base

In a saucepan, add:

Soy sauce
Mirin
Sake
Brown sugar

Heat over medium, stirring until sugar dissolves completely.

2. Add aromatics

Stir in garlic, ginger, and sesame oil.
Bring mixture to a gentle simmer, not a rapid boil — this preserves the aromatics’ freshness.

3. Reduce and concentrate

Simmer for 5–7 minutes until slightly thickened and the alcohol in the mirin/sake evaporates.
For a thicker, glossy glaze, whisk in the cornstarch slurry and simmer for 1–2 more minutes.

4. Strain (Optional but high-end)

Strain out the garlic/ginger for a smooth, restaurant-style glossy sauce.

🍱 How to Use Teriyaki Sauce

As a Marinade:

Marinate chicken, beef, or salmon for 30 minutes–2 hours (longer for beef).
Pat dry before grilling for perfect caramelization.

As a Glaze:

Brush during the final minutes of cooking for a shiny lacquered finish.

In Stir-Fries:

Add 2–3 tbsp at the end to coat vegetables or noodles.

As a Dipping Sauce:

Serve with shrimp tempura, gyoza, meat skewers, or rice bowls.

🌟 High-Value Notes & Tips

1. The “Holy Trinity” of Japanese Teriyaki

Soy sauce = salty umami
Mirin = sweetness + gloss
Sake = sharpness + aroma
This trio is the heart of authentic teriyaki.

2. No Mirin? Use This Substitution:

Mix:

3 tbsp white wine or apple juice
1 tsp sugar

3. Want a sweet, sticky glaze?

Increase sugar or honey by 1–2 tbsp.

4. Want a more savory, less sweet sauce?

Add 1–2 tsp rice vinegar or reduce sugar.

5. Avoid burning

Teriyaki has sugar—apply toward the end of grilling to prevent scorching.

🧊 Storage

Refrigerator: 2–3 weeks
Freezer: Up to 3 months
Store in a glass jar for best flavor retention.

🔥 BONUS: Smoky Teriyaki Variation

Add:

½ tsp smoked paprika or
1–2 drops liquid smoke

Great for BBQ chicken and grilled salmon.

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Teriyaki Sauce INGREDIENTS

1/3 cup (85 ml) brown sugar
2 tsp (10 ml) garlic powder
1 tsp (5 ml) ground ginger
2 cups (500 ml) tomato ketchup
1/2 cup (125 ml) soy sauce
1/3 cup (85 ml) cider vinegar
1½ tbsp (20 ml) Worcestershire sauce

Teriyaki Sauce INSTRUCTIONS

Combine dry ingredients in a bowl, or blender.

Add liquids and mix very well.

Transfer to a tightly sealed jar and refrigerate for at least four hours - overnight is best. Stir well before using.

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Homemade Teriyaki Sauce

Homemade Teriyaki Sauce

This recipe follows the classic Japanese foundation of soy sauce + mirin + sake + sugar, then layers in subtle aromatics for depth. You’ll get a sauce that is silky, shiny, and perfectly balanced between salty, sweet, and umami.

⭐ INGREDIENTS (Makes ~1½ cups)

Core Base Ingredients

½ cup soy sauce (Japanese shoyu gives best flavor)
½ cup mirin (sweet rice wine)
¼ cup sake
¼ cup brown sugar (or white sugar for cleaner taste)

High-Value Flavor Enhancers (Optional but Strongly Recommended)

1–2 slices fresh ginger
1 clove garlic, lightly crushed
1 tbsp honey (adds shine + viscosity)
1 tsp toasted sesame oil (fragrant finish)
1–2 tsp rice vinegar (for brightness and balance)

🍯 STEP-BY-STEP: HOW TO MAKE SILKY, GLOSSY TERIYAKI SAUCE

1. Combine the Base

In a small saucepan, combine:

soy sauce
mirin
sake
sugar

Add garlic and ginger if using.

2. Heat Gently

Set over medium-low heat and bring to a gentle simmer.
Stir to help the sugar dissolve completely.

3. Reduce for Thickness

Simmer for 8–12 minutes, until the sauce:

slightly thickens
turns glossy
lightly coats the back of a spoon

This slow reduction is what creates the true teriyaki shine.

4. Finish the Sauce

Remove ginger and garlic.
Stir in:

honey
a touch of sesame oil
a drop of rice vinegar for brightness (optional)

High-Value Tip:
The sauce will continue thickening as it cools — don’t over-reduce.

🍣 HOW TO USE YOUR HOMEMADE TERIYAKI SAUCE

For Glazing

Brush onto salmon, chicken, tofu, or beef during the final 2 minutes of grilling or pan-searing.

For Stir-Fries

Add in the last 30–60 seconds to keep the glaze shiny.

For Dipping

Serve as-is with dumplings, spring rolls, karaage, or steamed vegetables.

For Oven Dishes

Bake chicken thighs or salmon with the sauce added in the last 3 minutes for that lacquered, caramelized finish.

💡 HIGH VALUE PRO TIPS & VARIATIONS

1. Traditional Ratio

If you want a purist Japanese flavor, use a 1:1:1 ratio of soy sauce : mirin : sake.

2. For Extra Thickness

Add a cornstarch slurry:

1 tsp cornstarch
1 tsp water
Stir in during the last 2 minutes.

3. For Smoky Depth

Add ½ tsp smoked paprika or a splash of Worcestershire sauce.

4. For Spicy Teriyaki

Add:

1–2 tsp sriracha
OR ½ tsp chili flakes
OR a touch of gochujang

5. Alcohol-Free Version

Replace mirin + sake with:

½ cup apple juice
2 tbsp rice vinegar
1 extra tbsp sugar to balance

6. Storage

Refrigerate up to 2 weeks in a sealed jar.
Freeze in small portions for up to 3 months.

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Teriyaki Ingredients

1/2 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons sweet rice wine
2 tablespoons brown sugar
3 tablespoons honey
1 garlic clove, zested
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, zested
1 pound chicken drumsticks
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon sesame seeds, for garnish

Teriyaki Directions

Heat the soy sauce, water, sweet rice wine, brown sugar, honey, garlic clove and fresh ginger in a small saucepan over moderately high heat.

When the mixture reaches a simmer, bring the heat down to low and allow to reduce for 10 minutes, until the sauce reduces by about half.

Transfer to a small bowl; mixture will thicken as it cools. Note: If you'd like it thicker, for it to resemble much more like a glaze, pour a tablespoon of the mixture into a small bowl. Add a teaspoon of corn starch to the small bowl and whisk until it completely dissolves.

Add the corn starch mixture to the teriyaki sauce, whisking until dissolved.

To make the teriyaki chicken, sprinkle the chicken with the baking powder.

Allow to air dry in the fridge for about 30 minutes. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Spray a sheet of foil with cooking spray and place the chicken side by side.

Transfer to the oven to cook for 20 minutes.

At the 20 minute mark, flip the chicken and cook for an additional 15 minutes, until the skin is golden brown and crispy.

Brush the chicken with the teriyaki sauce and transfer to the oven for an additional 5 minutes. Remove the chicken from the oven and top with teriyaki sauce, liberally.

Sprinkle the chicken with a pinch of two of sesame seeds and serve. Enjoy !

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Teriyaki Sauce and Marinade

Teriyaki Sauce and Marinade

A deeply flavorful Japanese-style sauce made from a traditional base of soy sauce, mirin, sake, and sugar. This version gives you two forms:

Classic Teriyaki Sauce (thick & glossy)
Teriyaki Marinade (thin & penetrating for meats)

⭐ INGREDIENTS (Makes ~1½ cups)

Core Teriyaki Base

½ cup soy sauce (Japanese shoyu preferred)
½ cup mirin (sweet Japanese rice wine)
¼ cup sake
¼ cup brown sugar (can use white sugar for a cleaner flavor)

Flavor Enhancements (Optional but HIGH VALUE)

1 clove garlic, smashed
1-inch piece fresh ginger, sliced
1 tbsp honey (adds shine and viscosity)
1–2 tsp rice vinegar (for brightness)
1 tsp toasted sesame oil (for aroma)

🍯 RECIPE 1 — Classic Teriyaki Sauce (Thick, Glossy, Restaurant Style)

1. Combine Ingredients

Place soy sauce, mirin, sake, sugar, and optional garlic/ginger in a small saucepan.

2. Simmer & Reduce

Bring to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat.
Simmer 8–12 minutes until the liquid thickens slightly.
Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

3. Strain & Finish

Remove garlic/ginger.
Stir in honey and a tiny splash of sesame oil for shine and aroma.

4. Desired Texture

Your teriyaki sauce should:
✔ Be glossy
✔ Lightly coat the back of a spoon
✔ Thicken more as it cools

Uses: Drizzle on grilled meats, brush onto salmon, glaze skewers, dip dumplings, or finish stir-fries.

🍶 RECIPE 2 — Teriyaki Marinade (Thin, Penetrating, Great for Meats)

To Make Marinade

Use the same ingredient list but skip the reduction step.

Method

Whisk soy sauce, mirin, sake, and sugar until dissolved.
Add sliced ginger and garlic for infusion.
Optional: add 1 tbsp neutral oil to help coat meat.

Marinating Times

Chicken: 2–4 hours
Salmon: 20–30 minutes
Beef: 1–3 hours
Tofu: 30–60 minutes
Shrimp: 15–20 minutes

High-Value Tip:
Do not over-marinate seafood — the salt in soy sauce can firm the proteins too much.

🔥 HOW TO USE (CHEF-LEVEL TIPS)

For Grilling / Pan-Seared Proteins

Sear protein first.
Brush thick teriyaki on during the last 1–2 minutes of cooking.
Let it caramelize — that’s where deep flavor develops.

For Stir-Fries

Add sauce only at the end to preserve shine.

For Glazed Teriyaki Salmon

Bake salmon at 200°C (400°F) for 10–12 minutes.
Brush on sauce during the last 3 minutes.
Broil briefly for a lacquered finish.

For Chicken Teriyaki Bowl

Grill chicken thighs; glaze twice near the end.
Slice and serve over rice with sesame seeds and scallions.

💡 HIGH VALUE PRO TIPS & VARIATIONS

1. Traditional Ratio

Classic Japanese teriyaki is a 1:1:1 ratio of soy sauce, mirin, and sake.

2. For Extra Thickness

Add:

½–1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tsp water
Add in the last 2 minutes for a velvety glaze.

3. For a More Complex Flavor

Stir in:

1 tsp grated ginger
½ tsp yuzu juice or lemon zest
1 tbsp oyster sauce for umami depth
1 tsp chili paste for spicy teriyaki

4. Storage

Sauce: Refrigerate up to 2 weeks.
Marinade: Use within 3–4 days.

5. Alcohol-Free Version

Replace sake + mirin with:

½ cup apple juice
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 extra tbsp sugar

OTHER RECIPES

Ingredients

2/3 cup mirin (Japanese sweet rice wine)
1 cup soy sauce
4 1/2 teaspoons rice vinegar
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1/3 cup white sugar
7 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
1 dash red pepper flakes black pepper to taste

Directions

Bring mirin to a boil in a saucepan over high heat.

Reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 10 minutes.

Pour in soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and sugar.

Season with garlic, ginger, pepper flakes, and black pepper; simmer an additional 5 minutes.

Store in a tightly sealed container in the refrigerator. Enjoy it !

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