Teriyaki Sauce and Marinade Recipe- Japanese Special

This Teriyaki Sauce recipe will become a standout in your kitchen! Forget about the tempting jars at the supermarket—homemade is the way to go, and it only takes 10 minutes! With just a handful of ingredients, you can create a marinade that rivals the best Japanese restaurants. Give it a try and experience the difference.

Once you start using this incredible flavor enhancer, your family will be asking for more! At Gypsy Plate, we adore a variety of Asian cuisines. Whether it’s our light and fresh Ground Turkey Stir Fry, fiery Spicy Noodles, or the rich and hearty Japanese Beef Curry, we can’t get enough of the flavors from the Far East. Sometimes, all it takes is a simple marinade to make your taste buds say “WOW.”

  • Prep Time10 min
  • Cook Time20 min
  • Total Time30 min

Teriyaki Sauce and Marinade Ingredients :

  • Soy sauce: Provides a burst of umami flavor.
  • Rice vinegar: If unavailable, substitute with regular white vinegar. Sake or mirin can be used as alternatives if on hand.
  • Sesame oil: Essential for enhancing the sauce’s depth.
  • Brown sugar: Adds sweetness and helps create a glaze.
  • Honey: Adds additional sweetness and complexity.
  • Aromatics: Ginger, garlic, and red chili flakes, while not traditional, add excellent flavor to the sauce.
  • Cornstarch: Used to thicken the sauce to desired consistency.

How to Make Teriyaki Sauce and Marinade

1

Combine all ingredients except for the cornstarch in a small saucepan. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring constantly until the sugar dissolves. Once it boils, reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes.

2

In a separate bowl, mix the cornstarch with a little water. Add this mixture to the sauce to thicken it. When the sauce reaches a consistency similar to duck sauce or Thai sweet chili sauce, it’s done. Remove from heat and allow to cool.