Description
Craving that rich, glossy teriyaki sauce flavor without the extra sugar and preservatives? This quick homemade teriyaki sauce recipe is your answer. In just 10 minutes, you’ll have a flavorful, thick sauce perfect for glazing chicken, tossing with stir-fry, or drizzling over rice bowls. It’s made with simple pantry ingredients like soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger—bringing bold, balanced flavor in no time. Perfect for your next easy dinner, quick meal prep, or healthy snack topping. This sauce is also gluten-free adaptable and totally freezer-friendly. Great for weeknight dinner ideas or dipping inspiration!
Ingredients
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons honey
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons chopped green onions (optional)
Instructions
1. In a small saucepan, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger over medium heat.
2. Stir until sugar is fully dissolved and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together cornstarch and water until smooth.
4. Slowly pour the slurry into the sauce while stirring constantly.
5. Let simmer for another 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy.
6. Remove from heat, stir in sesame seeds and green onions if desired.
7. Serve immediately or let cool and store in a sealed container.
Notes
For gluten-free option, use tamari instead of soy sauce.
Add a splash of pineapple juice for a tropical twist.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Sauces & Marinades
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: teriyaki sauce, homemade teriyaki, quick sauce recipe, stir fry sauce, marinade ideas