Caffeine Free Gluten Free Teriyaki Sauce
Homemade teriyaki sauce is one of those kitchen staples that makes everything taste better — from grilled chicken to roasted vegetables to a simple bowl of rice. This version comes together in a single small saucepan with tamari, mirin, sake, sugar, and a cornstarch slurry that gives it that glossy, restaurant-style thickness you just can't get from a bottle. Tamari steps in where regular soy sauce would normally appear, making this completely safe for anyone avoiding gluten without sacrificing any of that deep, savory umami flavor. A touch of freshly grated ginger stirred in at the end adds a bright, warming note that really elevates the whole thing. The cornstarch slurry is the secret weapon here — whisked in while the sauce simmers, it creates a silky coating consistency that clings beautifully to whatever you're glazing. Make a batch, let it cool, and keep it in a sealed jar in the fridge so you always have it on hand for weeknight dinners.
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4 servings
- ¼ cup tamari
- ¼ cup mirin
- 2 tbsp sake
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp cold water
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Whisk together the tamari, mirin, sake, and sugar in a small saucepan until the sugar dissolves.
- 2
Set the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally, until the sugar is fully dissolved and the liquid is steaming, about 2 minutes.
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