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Homemade Teriyaki Sauce Recipe

This teriyaki sauce is so easy to make and totally delicious and versatile! Use it on chicken, salmon, beef, or as a dip for dumplings or tempura.
Course Dressing, Side Dish
Cuisine Asian
Keyword homemade teriyaki sauce recipe, teriyaki sauce
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Total Time 8 minutes
Servings 4
Author Rihana

Ingredients

  • ½ cup soy sauce
  • ¼ cup water
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • ½ cup light brown sugar packed
  • 2 teaspoons garlic minced
  • 2 teaspoons ginger grated
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds optional

Cornstarch Slurry

  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water

Instructions

  • Mince the garlic and grate the ginger.
  • In a small bowl or saucepan, mix all of the ingredients together (except for the cornstarch slurry).
    Set the saucepan on medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a boil. Then, reduce the heat to a low simmer.
  • Make the cornstarch slurry by stirring together the cornstarch and water. Stir it into the mixture and stir frequently until the sauce slightly thickens, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
  • Enjoy!