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This Teriyaki Sauce

This Teriyaki Sauce is your ultimate go-to for all things savory and sweet. It’s rich, tangy, and perfectly balanced with just the right amount of sweetness to coat meats, stir-fries, and vegetables in an irresistible glaze.
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Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup soy sauce
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp minced garlic
  • 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water cornstarch slurry
  • Optional: 1 tsp sesame oil for a nutty flavor

Instructions
 

  • Step-by-Step Instructions
  • Combine Ingredients:
  • In a small saucepan, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, garlic, ginger, rice vinegar, and water. Place over medium heat.
  • Simmer the Sauce:
  • Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar and blend the flavors.
  • Thicken with Cornstarch:
  • Slowly add the cornstarch slurry to the simmering sauce while whisking continuously. Cook for 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.
  • Add Sesame Oil (Optional):
  • Stir in sesame oil for a hint of nuttiness.
  • Cool and Store:
  • Remove the saucepan from heat and let the sauce cool slightly before using. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.