Capsaicin Free Gluten Free Teriyaki Sauce
Teriyaki sauce is one of those pantry staples that makes weeknight dinners feel effortless, and this homemade version delivers that glossy, restaurant-quality finish without any of the usual concerns. Store-bought teriyaki sauces are notoriously tricky territory — many brands sneak in chili extracts, spicy seasonings, or mystery "natural flavors" that can be a real problem for anyone avoiding capsaicin. This recipe keeps things clean and straightforward, built on tamari, mirin, sake, and sugar for a sauce that's deeply savory, subtly sweet, and completely heat-free. The cornstarch slurry is the secret to that beautiful, lacquered consistency that clings to chicken, salmon, tofu, or roasted vegetables like a dream. A touch of fresh ginger adds brightness if you want it, and the whole thing comes together in under ten minutes on the stovetop. It stores beautifully in a sealed jar, so you can make a batch ahead and reach for it all week long.
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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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