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The Easiest 10-Minute Homemade Teriyaki Sauce (Better Than Store-Bought Glaze & Marinade)

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Make this quick and easy homemade teriyaki sauce from scratch in under 10 minutes. This sweet and savory glaze uses pantry staples and tastes better than bottled versions, making it perfect for chicken, beef, or stir-fry.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup low sodium soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

Instructions

  1. Combine the soy sauce, water, brown sugar, honey (or maple syrup), rice vinegar, ground ginger, and minced garlic in a small saucepan.
  2. Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely.
  3. In a separate small bowl, whisk the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water until smooth to create a slurry.
  4. Pour the cornstarch slurry into the simmering sauce while whisking constantly.
  5. Continue to cook and whisk for 1 to 2 minutes until the sauce thickens to a glossy glaze consistency.
  6. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the sesame oil.
  7. Let the sauce cool slightly before using it as a marinade, glaze, or stir-fry topping.

Notes

  • For a thicker sauce, increase the cornstarch to 1.5 tablespoons.
  • You can substitute the honey with an equal amount of granulated sugar if needed.
  • This sauce works well as a marinade for chicken, steak, or tofu for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
  • Store leftover teriyaki sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

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