Turkey Free Gluten Free Teriyaki Sauce
Homemade teriyaki sauce is one of those kitchen staples that tastes dramatically better than anything from a bottle, and this version is silky, glossy, and deeply savory with just the right balance of sweet. Tamari stands in for conventional soy sauce, making this naturally free of wheat and safe for those navigating gluten sensitivities without any complicated substitutions. The combination of mirin and sake gives the sauce that authentic, slightly complex sweetness you'd expect from a good Japanese-style glaze, while a simple cornstarch slurry brings it to that perfect coat-the-back-of-a-spoon consistency. A touch of freshly grated ginger at the end adds a bright, warming note that really elevates the whole thing. It comes together in under ten minutes on the stovetop, and the result is a versatile sauce you can use as a glaze, a marinade, or a dipping sauce for just about anything. Store it in a sealed jar and you'll find yourself reaching 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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