This homemade teriyaki sauce is perfect for marinating meats, glazing vegetables, or drizzling over rice. It's sweet, savory, and packed with flavor. You'll never go back to store-bought teriyaki sauce once you try this recipe!
Ingredients
- 1 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
Directions
- In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, water, brown sugar, honey, garlic, and ginger. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
- In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with 1/4 cup water until dissolved. Add the cornstarch mixture to the saucepan and stir well.
- Continue to cook the sauce, stirring frequently, until it thickens to your desired consistency. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove the sauce from heat and let it cool before using. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Interesting Facts
Teriyaki sauce is a popular Japanese sauce that is commonly used in marinades and as a glaze for grilled meats.
The word 'teriyaki' comes from the Japanese words 'teri', which means glossy or shiny, and 'yaki', which means grilled or broiled.