Restaurant Teriyaki Sauce Recipe

Craving that unbelievably delicious, thick, and sweet teriyaki sauce from your favorite takeout place? Now you can make it at home in just 6 minutes! This recipe delivers the authentic restaurant taste, perfect for glazing your favorite meats, veggies, or even dipping your sushi. Get ready to elevate your meals to the next level!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 6 mins
Calories 290.5 kcal
Protein 10g
Rating 4.0 (309 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Restaurant Teriyaki Sauce

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How to Make Restaurant Teriyaki Sauce

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup soy sauce, ½ cup brown sugar, ¼ cup mirin, 2 tablespoons sake (optional), 2 tablespoons rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon grated ginger, and 1 clove minced garlic.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons cornstarch and ¼ cup cold water until completely smooth and no lumps remain.
  3. Bring the sauce mixture in the saucepan to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
  4. Slowly whisk in the cornstarch slurry. Continue whisking constantly until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency (about 1-2 minutes).
  5. Remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving. Add a teaspoon or two of water if the sauce becomes too thick.
  6. Serve immediately over your favorite protein or vegetables, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

112 g

Sugar

227g

Fat

0g

Carbs

23g

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