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Homemade Teriyaki Sauce in a glass jar on a wooden board next to two wooden spoons and purple flowers.
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Homemade Teriyaki Sauce

A recipe for Homemade Teriyaki Sauce! This Japanese-based sauce comes together in minutes with just a handful of ingredients.
Course Sauce
Cuisine Japanese
Keyword Japan, Japanese, sake, sauce, soy sauce, teriyaki
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
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Total Time 13 minutes
Servings 1 1/2 cups

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) mirin
  • 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) sake
  • 1/4 cup (50 grams) granulated sugar

Instructions

  • In a small saucepan, whisk together the soy sauce, mirin, sake, and granulated sugar.
  • Place the saucepan over medium heat to bring to a simmer.
  • Once simmering, reduce the heat to medium low and cook, whisking occasionally, for 8-15 minutes. The sugar should be completely dissolved.
  • If desired, continue to cook for a few more minutes to reduce the sauce and thicken slightly.
  • If not using right away, allow the teriyaki sauce to cool to room temperature, then store in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.