Homemade Teriyaki Sauce

Servings : Makes about 2 cups

Preparation Time : 10 minutes

Cooking Time : 15 minutes

Calories (per serving): Approximately 50 kcal

1 cup soy sauce

1/2 cup water

1/4 cup rice vinegar

1/4 cup brown sugar

1/4 cup honey

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon ginger, grated

1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (for thickening)

Instructions:

In a saucepan, mix together soy sauce, water, rice vinegar, brown sugar, honey, minced garlic, and grated ginger.

Bring to a Simmer: Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer. Stir occasionally.

Dissolve Cornstarch: In a small bowl, dissolve cornstarch in water to create a slurry.

Thicken Sauce: Add the cornstarch slurry to the saucepan and stir continuously until the sauce thickens. This usually takes about 5-7 minutes.

Taste and Adjust: Taste the sauce and adjust the sweetness or saltiness according to your preference.

Cool and Store: Allow the teriyaki sauce to cool before transferring it to a jar or bottle. Store in the refrigerator.

Enjoy: Use the homemade teriyaki sauce as a marinade, glaze, or dipping sauce for your favorite dishes.

Now you’re ready to enjoy delicious homemade teriyaki sauce with your favorite dishes!