Macadamia Free Gluten Free Teriyaki Sauce
Homemade teriyaki sauce is one of those kitchen staples that tastes dramatically better than anything poured from a bottle, and this version delivers that glossy, sweet-savory depth in just minutes. Tamari stands in for conventional soy sauce, keeping the whole recipe free from wheat while still delivering that rich, umami backbone the dish depends on. Mirin and sake bring a gentle sweetness and complexity, while a simple cornstarch slurry pulls everything together into a sauce that clings beautifully to whatever you're glazing. A hit of fresh ginger stirred in at the end adds a bright, slightly spicy lift that makes the whole thing feel a little more alive. The ingredient list is short and straightforward — no specialty nut oils, no hidden additives, just pantry-friendly components that come together cleanly. Use it hot off the stove as a glaze over grilled chicken or salmon, or let it cool and keep it in a jar in the fridge for the week ahead.
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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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