Go Back
Teriyaki Sauce Recipe

Teriyaki Sauce Recipe

Teriyaki Sauce is a quick homemade sauce made with soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, and simple seasonings.
It is sweet, savory, and thickens in just a few minutes on the stove. This is a great recipe to keep on hand for stir fries, rice bowls, and easy weeknight dinners.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 12
Calories: 20
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup water
  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • 5 teaspoons packed brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon honey or more to taste
  • ½ teaspoon ground ginger
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • ¼ cup cold water

Equipment

  • Small saucepan
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Whisk or spoon

Method
 

  1. Gather all your ingredients so everything is ready before you start cooking.
  2. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine 1 cup of water, soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, ground ginger, and garlic powder. Stir everything together and cook for about 1 minute until the mixture is almost heated through.
  3. In a small cup, mix the cornstarch with ¼ cup of cold water. Stir until the cornstarch fully dissolves and the mixture is smooth.
  4. Pour the cornstarch mixture into the saucepan. Stir well so it blends into the sauce.
  5. Continue cooking over medium heat, stirring often, for about 5 to 7 minutes. The sauce will gradually thicken as it cooks.
  6. Once the sauce reaches your desired thickness, remove it from the heat. Let it cool slightly before using.

Notes

Having a homemade teriyaki sauce like this on hand makes everyday cooking easier and more enjoyable.
It’s simple, versatile, and brings rich flavor to almost any dish you pair it with.