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A jar of glossy, dark brown homemade teriyaki sauce with fresh ginger and garlic nearby.
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Gluten-Free Teriyaki Sauce

Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 48kcal

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup low -sodium Tamari (certified gluten-free)
  • 1/2 cup wate r
  • 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon hone y
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, finely grated
  • 1 teaspoon garlic , minced
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarc h
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons cold water

Instructions

  • In a small saucepan, whisk together the Tamari, 1/2 cup water, brown sugar, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, grated ginger, and minced garlic.
  • Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir until the sugar has completely dissolved.
  • In a separate small bowl, combine the cornstarch and 1 1/2 tablespoons of cold water, whisking until no lumps remain to create a slurry.
  • Bring the liquid mixture in the saucepan to a gentle boil over medium heat.
  • Slowly pour the cornstarch slurry into the saucepan while whisking constantly to prevent clumping.
  • Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 to 7 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened and coats the back of a spoon.
  • Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the sauce to cool; it will continue to thicken and become glossier as its temperature drops.