Easy Homemade Teriyaki Sauce

Making your own Homemade Teriyaki Sauce is not only simple and quick, it will elevate everything from grilled chicken to stir-fried veggies and it’s every bit as delicious as your favorite brand teriyaki sauce.

» You might also like one of our favorite dipping sauces of all time, Yum Yum Sauce.

Ingredients You Need

• Low sodium soy sauce – It’s important to use low-sodium or tamari so the level of salt doesn’t get out of control. This sauce is very unbalanced with regular soy sauce.
• Brown sugar – Adds sweetness and thickens the sauce. You can use light or dark.
• Mirin
• Sake – You don’t need an expensive sake for this. Just get a cooking sake, which is about $8.

Equipment Needed

• Small saucepan
• Whisk

Notes for Making Teriyaki Sauce

• Don’t use regular soy sauce or the teriyaki sauce will turn out too salty.
• If you like a thinner sauce, allow it to cook a bit longer.
• If the sauce gets too thick, you can thin it out with some water.

How to Use Teriyaki Sauce

The versatility of this sauce is its strong suit. It’s not just for marinating meats. You can toss it in a stir fry, drizzle it over grilled vegetables, or even use it as a dipping sauce for sushi or tempura. And let’s not forget, a brush of teriyaki sauce while grilling chicken wings can be a game-changer.

Here are a few ideas of how to use your homemade teriyaki sauce:

• As a marinade: Teriyaki sauce makes a great marinade for chicken, beef, pork, or tofu. Simply marinate your protein of choice for at least an hour (or overnight) before grilling, baking, or stir-frying.
• As a glaze: Brush teriyaki sauce onto grilled or roasted meats, seafood, or vegetables during the last few minutes of cooking to create a delicious, caramelized glaze.
• As a dipping sauce: Serve teriyaki sauce alongside spring rolls, dumplings, or sushi for a tasty dipping sauce.
• As a stir-fry sauce: Use teriyaki sauce as a base for stir-fries. Simply toss your favorite vegetables and protein in a wok or skillet with some teriyaki sauce and serve over rice or noodles.
• As a salad dressing: Mix teriyaki sauce with some oil, vinegar, and honey to create a sweet and savory salad dressing. Drizzle it over a green salad with some grilled chicken or tofu for a delicious and healthy meal.

There you have it—a straightforward yet versatile homemade teriyaki sauce that you can whip up in no time. Give it a try, and you’ll see how it elevates your culinary endeavors with minimal effort.

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