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homemade teriyaki sauce (sallye)

(2 ratings)
grandedame avatar
Recipe by
sallye bates
@grandedame
Austin, TX

This is a very versatile recipe; it can be used as an ingredient in a recipe, or a marinade, or a dip.

(2 ratings)
yield serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 10 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For homemade teriyaki sauce (sallye)

  • 1 to 2 c
    dark soy sauce
  • 1/4 c
    mirin (sweet rice wine)
  • 1/2 c
    water
  • 1/2 c
    granulated sugar
  • 3 Tbsp
    dark brown sugar
  • 1 Tbsp
    sesame oil
  • 1 clove
    garlic, peeled and finely minced
  • 1 Tbsp
    fresh ginger, finely minced
  • 1 Tbsp
    cornstarch
  • 2 Tbsp
    water to dissolve cornstarch in
  • 1 pinch
    red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 tsp
    seasoned rice vinegar (optional)

How To Make homemade teriyaki sauce (sallye)

  • 1
    Place all ingredients except cornstarch and 2 tablespoons of water in heavy saucepan Cook over medium heat until sugars are completely dissolved and mixture is smooth (about 5 minutes) Stir often to prevent burning Place cornstarch in small bowl, add 2 tablespoons water and stir until dissolved Pour diluted cornstarch into sauce and continue to cook until sauce is of desired thickness. Remove from heat. If you don't use immediately, may be stored in covered container in fridge for several weeks.
  • 2
    Optional Additions: A pinch of red pepper flakes will add a little "zing" to the sauce Adding rice vinegar will add a little acidity to the sauce.
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