homemade teriyaki sauce (sallye)

Austin, TX
Updated on Jul 31, 2014

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

prep time 10 Min
cook time 10 Min
method Stove Top
yield yields a little over a cup

Ingredients

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

How To Make homemade teriyaki sauce (sallye)

  • Step 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.
  • Step 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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