This glossy, savory-sweet sauce comes together fast in one saucepan, with fresh ginger and garlic simmered right into the base for a deep, aromatic bite. Mirin and a touch of honey balance the tamari's salty richness, while a quick cornstarch slurry gives it that glossy, spoon-coating thickness you want clinging to noodles, rice, or roasted vegetables. A finishing swirl of toasted sesame oil rounds everything out with a nutty depth, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds adds the perfect finishing touch. It's an easy homemade alternative to bottled teriyaki, with no fish-derived ingredients hiding in the mix. Whether you're drizzling it over stir-fried tofu or tossing it with grilled veggies, this one fits neatly into a vegetarian kitchen.
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Whisk together the tamari, mirin, honey, rice vinegar, ginger, and garlic in a small saucepan until the honey is fully dissolved.
Set the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally, until fragrant and the garlic has softened slightly, about 3–4 minutes.
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