How to Make Teriyaki Sauce and Marinade - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're a fan of Japanese cuisine, then you're probably no stranger to the delicious taste of teriyaki sauce. This versatile and flavorful sauce has become a staple in many kitchens, and for good reason – it's perfect for adding a sweet and savory kick to a wide variety of dishes. Whether you're using it as a marinade for meat or as a drizzle for stir-fries and rice bowls, teriyaki sauce is a must-have condiment for any home cook.

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Ingredients

  • ⅔ cup mirin (Japanese sweet rice wine)
  • 1 cup soy sauce
  • 4 ½ teaspoons rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • ⅓ cup white sugar
  • 7 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
  • 1 dash red pepper flakes
  • black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 2/3 cups

  • Bring mirin to a boil in a saucepan over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 10 minutes. Pour in soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and sugar. Season with garlic, ginger, pepper flakes, and black pepper; simmer an additional 5 minutes. Store in a tightly sealed container in the refrigerator.
  • Nutrition

    105 cal.

    • Total Fat: 1g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 1805mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 18g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 15g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 13mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 87mg