Ma's Easy Teriyaki Sauce Recipe

Name: Ma's Easy Teriyaki Sauce
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: 1/4 cup soy sauce; 2 tablespoons brown sugar; Garlic Cloves; Ground Ginger

This recipe, passed down from my grandma, is ridiculously easy to make and scales perfectly to your needs! You probably already have all the ingredients in your pantry. Get ready to elevate your next stir-fry, marinade, or glaze with this unbelievably delicious teriyaki sauce in just minutes!

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 5 mins

Calories 75.7 kcal

Protein 7g

Rating 5.0 (4 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Ma's Easy Teriyaki Sauce

1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
Garlic Cloves
Ground Ginger

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How to Make Ma's Easy Teriyaki Sauce

In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, mirin, sake, brown sugar, and honey until the sugar is dissolved.
Add the grated ginger and minced garlic. Whisk to combine.
For a thicker sauce, simmer the mixture over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, or until slightly reduced. Stir frequently to prevent sticking.
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Add more brown sugar for sweetness, soy sauce for saltiness, or a touch of rice vinegar for balance.
Marinate your favorite protein (chicken, beef, tofu, etc.) in the sauce for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight in the refrigerator for best results. Then cook as desired!