Ingredients
Teriyaki Sauce Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 ¼ cups cold water
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup soy sauce or tamari
- 2 teaspoons honey
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Mix the Cornstarch and Water: In a medium bowl, combine the 3 tablespoons of cornstarch with 1 ¼ cups of cold water. Whisk together until the cornstarch is fully dissolved, creating a smooth slurry.
- Add Remaining Ingredients: Whisk in ½ cup brown sugar, ½ cup soy sauce or tamari, 2 teaspoons honey, ½ teaspoon ground ginger, and ½ teaspoon garlic powder into the cornstarch mixture until well blended.
- Simmer the Sauce: Pour the combined mixture into a small saucepan and bring it to a simmer over medium-high heat, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
- Thicken the Sauce: Once simmering, reduce the heat to medium and cook the sauce, stirring constantly, until it thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 5 minutes. Note that the sauce will continue to thicken as it cools.
Notes
- Use tamari instead of soy sauce for a gluten-free alternative.
- Adjust the amount of honey or brown sugar to increase or decrease sweetness according to taste.
- Store the sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Reheat gently before using to restore the sauce’s consistency.
- Try adding fresh minced garlic or ginger for a more intense flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Japanese
- Diet: Gluten Free
