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Kikkoman Teriyaki Sauce Recipe

Kikkoman Teriyaki Sauce Recipe

Erin Table for Seven
Dive into this delicious Kikkoman Teriyaki Sauce Recipe and experience the flavor of a Japanese classic in every bite. This sauce is packed with bold flavor because of its combination of soy sauce, mirin, and ginger.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 13 minutes
Course Sauce
Cuisine Japanese
Servings 8
Calories 56 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup soy sauce
  • ¼ cup mirin
  • ¼ cup dark brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons sake
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil

Instructions
 

  • Combine the soy sauce, mirin, brown sugar, sake, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil in a small saucepan.
  • Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for about 8 minutes, or until the sugar has dissolved and the sauce has thickened.
  • Before using, remove it from heat and allow it cool to room temperature.
  • Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to one month.

Notes

  • Sesame Teriyaki Sauce. Toasted sesame oil, sesame seeds, and plenty of black pepper give this take on Kikkoman teriyaki sauce a nutty flavor. The intense flavor from the sesame oil and a satisfying crunch from the sesame seeds.
  • Spicy Teriyaki Sauce. Add a dash of Sriracha or some crushed red pepper flakes to your Kikkoman teriyaki sauce for some added heat. There will be a noticeable increase in heat, but the traditional Teriyaki flavor will still shine through.
  • Sweet Teriyaki Sauce. To sweeten Kikkoman Teriyaki Sauce, add some honey or brown sugar. You may use this as a marinade or a basting liquid to give it a delicious sweet and savory flavor.
  • Orange Teriyaki Sauce. Kikkoman Teriyaki Sauce can be given a tangy new twist by mixing in some freshly squeezed orange juice. That’s why it’s going to have a nice, tangy sweetness to it.
  • Pineapple Teriyaki Sauce. The sweetness and tropical undertones of freshly squeezed pineapple juice are a great complement to the savory notes of Kikkoman Teriyaki Sauce.
  • Ginger Teriyaki Sauce. Try grating some fresh ginger root into your Kikkoman Teriyaki sauce if you’re a fan of the flavor. The result will be a comforting, spicy taste.
  • Garlic Teriyaki Sauce. We recommend adding some freshly minced garlic to your Kikkoman Teriyaki sauce for an extra kick. You can expect a pleasant garlic taste from this.
  • Soy Sauce Teriyaki Sauce. Add some soy sauce to your Kikkoman Teriyaki sauce for a deeper flavor. The result will be a richer, more nuanced taste.

Nutrition

Calories: 56kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 2gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.2gSodium: 869mgPotassium: 45mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 0.1IUVitamin C: 0.2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.4mg
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