Substitute Japanese Hon Mirin Sweet Rice Wine Recipe

Name: Substitute Japanese Hon Mirin Sweet Rice Wine
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons dry cooking sake; White Sugar; 1/4 cup water

Craving authentic Japanese flavors but don't have mirin? This recipe creates a fantastic substitute in just 10 minutes! Perfect for teriyaki and other savory sauces, this simple blend delivers the sweetness you need without breaking the bank or requiring a trip to Japan. Learn how to easily mimic the essence of hon-mirin for delicious Japanese dishes at home!

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 10 mins

Calories 427.5 kcal

Protein 1g

Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)

Substitute Japanese Hon Mirin Sweet Rice Wine

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Substitute Japanese Hon Mirin Sweet Rice Wine

2 tablespoons dry cooking sake
White Sugar
1/4 cup water

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How to Make Substitute Japanese Hon Mirin Sweet Rice Wine

In a small saucepan, combine 1/4 cup granulated sugar and 1/4 cup water.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely. Simmer for 2 minutes.
Remove from heat and let the syrup cool completely.
Gradually whisk in 2 tablespoons of sake (dry cooking sake is best), tasting as you go until you reach your desired level of sweetness. Note that this will not perfectly replicate the depth of flavor of true hon mirin.
Your homemade mirin substitute is ready! Use it to elevate your teriyaki sauce, glazes, and other Japanese recipes.