
Homemade teriyaki sauce is one of those kitchen staples that makes everything taste better β from grilled chicken to roasted vegetables to a simple bowl of rice. This version comes together in just one small saucepan using tamari instead of conventional soy sauce, which keeps it completely wheat-free and safe for anyone avoiding gluten cross-contamination. The mirin and sake bring that signature sweet-savory depth, while a quick cornstarch slurry gives the sauce that glossy, restaurant-style consistency that clings beautifully to whatever you're cooking. A touch of freshly grated ginger stirred in at the end adds a bright, warming note that bottled versions rarely get right. Because every ingredient here is straightforward and easy to verify, you can feel confident there are no hidden nut-based additives or shared-facility surprises lurking in the mix. Use it immediately as a glaze right off the stove, or cool it down and keep it in a sealed jar for easy weeknight meals all week long.
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Whisk together the tamari, mirin, sake, and sugar in a small saucepan until the sugar dissolves.
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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