Citrus Free Gluten Free Teriyaki Sauce
Teriyaki sauce is one of those pantry staples that makes weeknight dinners feel effortless, and this homemade version is genuinely better than anything you'll find in a bottle. Many store-bought teriyaki sauces sneak in citrus juice or citrus-derived flavorings, so making it from scratch is the smartest move for anyone avoiding those ingredients. This recipe keeps things clean and classic — tamari, mirin, sake, and sugar form a deeply savory, slightly sweet base that comes together in just one small saucepan. A simple cornstarch slurry is whisked in toward the end, giving the sauce that glossy, restaurant-style consistency that clings beautifully to whatever you're cooking. A little fresh ginger stirred in at the finish adds a gentle warmth that rounds out the whole thing without overpowering it. Use it straight off the stove as a glaze for chicken, salmon, or tofu, or let it cool and keep it in a jar in the fridge for whenever inspiration strikes.
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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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