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Traditional Teriyaki Sauce Recipe

Unlock the secrets of authentic Japanese cuisine with this traditional Teriyaki sauce recipe! Adapted from an old family cookbook, this recipe creates a deeply flavorful sauce that only gets better with age. Made with a full bottle of sake (use the empty bottle to store half the batch!), high-quality honey (yellow box honey is exceptional!), and a few simple ingredients, this versatile sauce is perfect for marinating chicken and seafood or adding incredible depth to stir-fried tofu and vegetables. Imagine the rich, savory-sweet flavors enhancing your dishes – this is a must-try for any home cook!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 178.7 kcal
Protein 13g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Traditional Teriyaki Sauce

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How to Make Traditional Teriyaki Sauce

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup soy sauce, 1/2 cup sake, 1/4 cup mirin, 1/4 cup honey (yellow box preferred), 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 tablespoon grated ginger, and 1 clove minced garlic.
  2. Gently simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the honey is completely dissolved and the sauce has slightly thickened (about 5 minutes).
  3. Remove from heat and let cool completely. Store in a sterilized bottle (like your empty sake bottle!) in the refrigerator. This sauce will keep indefinitely and its flavor will deepen over time.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

148 g

Sugar

74g

Fat

0g

Carbs

8g

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Weeknight 15 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Cuisine Preparation Occasion For 1 Or 2 Healthy 5 Ingredients Or Less Sauces Condiments Etc Asian Japanese Easy Beginner Cook Low Fat Marinades And Rubs Dietary Low Cholesterol Low Saturated Fat Low Calorie Savory Sauces Low In Something Number Of Servings 3 Steps Or Less