Sesame Free Gluten Free Teriyaki Sauce
Teriyaki sauce should be one of the simplest things to make at home, yet most store-bought bottles are loaded with ingredients that can trip up people avoiding certain allergens — sesame oil being a sneaky and common one. This version keeps things clean and classic, built on tamari, mirin, sake, and sugar for that glossy, sweet-savory depth you want from a great teriyaki. A quick cornstarch slurry is all it takes to bring the sauce to that perfect, spoon-coating consistency without any fuss. Fresh ginger is optional but highly recommended — it adds a subtle warmth that makes the whole thing feel a little more vibrant and restaurant-worthy. The result is a versatile sauce you can brush on grilled chicken, drizzle over rice bowls, or use as a dipping sauce straight from the pan. Once you see how fast it comes together, you'll wonder why you ever reached for a bottle in the first place.
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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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