Homemade Teriyaki Sauce Without Mirin

Ingredients

For the homemade teriyaki sauce without mirin, you will need a few simple ingredients. These include soy sauce, garlic, ginger, sugar, honey, and sesame oil. To start, you will need about 1/4 cup of soy sauce. This can be low-sodium soy sauce if you prefer. Next, you will need 1/4 teaspoon of minced garlic, 1 teaspoon of grated ginger, 1/4 cup of sugar, 1 tablespoon of honey, and 1/2 teaspoon of sesame oil. You can adjust the amounts of each ingredient to your liking.

Instructions

To make homemade teriyaki sauce without mirin, start by combining the soy sauce, garlic, ginger, sugar, honey, and sesame oil in a saucepan. Heat the saucepan until it begins to simmer, stirring occasionally to ensure that all of the ingredients are combined. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent burning. Once the mixture is thickened and has a syrupy consistency, remove it from the heat and allow it to cool. Once cooled, transfer the sauce to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator until ready to use.

Uses

This homemade teriyaki sauce without mirin can be used in a variety of dishes. It is especially delicious when used as a marinade for meats and vegetables. You can also use it as a glaze for meats and vegetables, or use it as a dipping sauce. It can also be used to add flavor to stir-fries, noodle dishes, and even salads. The possibilities are endless!

Storage

This homemade teriyaki sauce without mirin can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. If you would like to freeze it, you can do so in an airtight container for up to three months. When you are ready to use it, simply thaw in the refrigerator overnight and use as desired.

Nutrition

This homemade teriyaki sauce without mirin is relatively low in calories and fat, and contains no cholesterol. It does, however, contain a significant amount of sodium, so it should be used in moderation. One tablespoon of the sauce contains approximately 35 calories, 0 grams of fat, 0 grams of cholesterol, and 485 milligrams of sodium. It also contains 1 gram of carbohydrates, 0 grams of fiber, 1 gram of sugar, and 1 gram of protein.