Quick Homemade Teriyaki Sauce
If you love bold, sweet, and savory flavors, then this Quick Homemade Teriyaki Sauce Recipe is perfect for you.This sauce is simple, fast, and tastes better than anything from the store.
Ingredients
- ½ cup soy sauce
- ½ cup water
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger grated
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon water for cornstarch slurry
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil optional
- Sesame seeds for topping optional
Instructions
Mix Soy Sauce and Water
- Add soy sauce and water to a small saucepan. Stir them gently until well combined.
Add Sweet Ingredients
- Pour in brown sugar and honey. Mix until the sugar starts to melt and blend smoothly.
Add Garlic and Ginger
- Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger. Let the mixture warm slowly for rich flavor.
Add Vinegar for Balance
- Mix in the rice vinegar. This gives a nice tang and balances the sweetness.
Prepare Cornstarch Slurry
- In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with one tablespoon of water until smooth.
Thicken the Sauce
- Slowly add the slurry to the saucepan. Keep stirring to avoid lumps.
Cook Until Thick
- Cook on low heat for about two to three minutes. The sauce will become shiny and thick.
Add Sesame Oil
- Add one tablespoon of sesame oil for extra flavor, but this step is optional.
Remove from Heat
- Turn off the stove and let the sauce cool slightly. It will thicken more as it cools.
Store Properly
- Pour the sauce into a clean jar. Store in the fridge for future use.
Notes
- Make it spicy: Add crushed red pepper flakes or a little sriracha.
- Make it sweeter: Add more honey if you like stronger sweetness.
- Make it thicker: Cook longer or add a little more cornstarch.
- Make it lighter: Add two more tablespoons of water for a thinner sauce.
- Add pineapple juice: Replace some water with pineapple juice for a fruity tropical flavor.
- Low-sodium version: Use low-sodium soy sauce to reduce salt.