You know that thick, rich Teriyaki sauce you get at restaurants, that has just the right amount of tang and sweetness? Now make your own easy, bold, thick sauce at home in about 10 minutes! Delicious as a marinade or a sauce!
Combine all ingredients in a small saucepan, over medium heat, bring to boil, then reduce heat and simmer until thickened (about 3-4 minutes). Remove from heat and allow to cool if using as marinade.
Store in airtight jar for up to 2 weeks in fridge, may be frozen up to 3 months.
Notes
Variations
Add 1-2 teaspoon sesame seeds (toasted or un-toasted)
Replace all of the brown sugar with honey
Toss in a few shakes of red pepper flakes
Chop a green onion or two and add to the sauce
Add up to two tablespoons of pineapple juice (for a Hawaiian flavor) or Orange juice to this great recipe
Instead of corn starch, use Arrowroot, tapioca starch or omit all together for a more liquid easy homemade teriyaki sauce
Reduce the sodium and use low sodium soy sauce
*Mirin is a Japanese sweet rice wine, similar to sake but with a lower alcohol, but higher sugar content. Traditional teriyaki is made with sake, but you can also use Sherry, Port or Madeira too. I've also used Rice wine Vinegar in a pinch!
Uses for Teriyaki Sauce/Marinade
Marinade meat, poultry, fish, veggies in teriyaki sauce for 30 minutes minimum and cook as directed. If desired, omit the cornstarch from marinade if a more watery marinade is desired.Use as a sauce in chicken and rice bowls, add to chow mein and lo mein recipes, drizzle a little in your favorite fried rice, stir into your favorite stir-fry recipe. See post for more use ideas for this delicious sauce.