Forget store-bought teriyaki sauce – you can make your own delicious version at home in just minutes, using either the microwave or the stove! This quick and easy recipe uses simple ingredients to create a tasty sauce perfect for stir-fries, marinades, dipping, and drizzling over everything!
Prep Time3 minutesmins
Cook Time4 minutesmins
Total Time7 minutesmins
Course: Sauces & Dressings
Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Servings: 8
Calories: 55.3kcal
Author: Eliza
Ingredients
½cupSoy sauceor tamari
¼cupLight brown sugarunpacked
3tablespoonsRice wine[Note 1]
1tablespoonHoney
1teaspoonMinced garlicapprox. 1 clove [Note 2]
2teaspoonsMinced ginger[Note 3]
1 ½teaspoonsSesame oil
1tablespoonCornstarch/ cornflour
¼cupWater
Instructions
Add all ingredients except water and cornstarch, to a microwave-safe mixing bowl, and whisk together.Or add to a small saucepan if making on the stove-top.
Microwave on High for 1 minute, before removing the bowl and stirring again.For stovetop: bring to a simmer while stirring frequently.
Dissolve the cornstarch in the water and add it to the mixing bowl. Whisk and place back in the microwave for another 3 minutes, pausing to stir halfway through.Stove-top: add the cornstarch sluffy to the saucepan, whisk to combine. Continue simmering for 4-5 minutes, while stirring, until the sauce thickens.
Use right away or let cool and store in an airtight container in the fridge, for up to 1 week.