Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup mirin
- 1/4 cup sake
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons chili garlic sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon water
Special equipment needed: None
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, mirin, sake, brown sugar, and chili garlic sauce.
2. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch and water until smooth.
4. Add the cornstarch mixture to the saucepan and stir until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes.
5. Remove from heat and let cool.
6. Serve with siomai or other Asian dishes.
10 minutes
Temperature: Medium heat
Serving size: Makes about 1 cup of sauce
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 60
- Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Protein: 1g
- Sodium: 2300mg
Substitutions for ingredients:
- If you don't have mirin, you can use rice vinegar or white wine vinegar instead.
- If you don't have sake, you can use dry white wine or chicken broth instead.
- If you don't have chili garlic sauce, you can use sriracha or red pepper flakes instead.
Variations:
- Add grated ginger or garlic for extra flavor.
- Use honey instead of brown sugar for a sweeter sauce.
- Add a splash of sesame oil for a nutty flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Make the sauce ahead of time and store in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Double the recipe if you're serving a crowd.
- Adjust the amount of chili garlic sauce to your desired level of spiciness.
Storage instructions: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Reheating instructions: Reheat in the microwave or on the stove over low heat until warm.
Presentation ideas: Serve in a small dipping bowl alongside siomai or other Asian dishes.
Garnishes: None needed.
Pairings: Siomai, dumplings, spring rolls, fried rice, noodles.
Suggested side dishes: Steamed vegetables, rice, or salad.
Troubleshooting advice: If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of water to thin it out. If it's too thin, add a little more cornstarch.
Food safety advice: Make sure to cook siomai or other dishes to the appropriate temperature to avoid foodborne illness.
Food history: Teriyaki sauce originated in Japan and is a popular marinade and sauce for grilled meats and vegetables. Chili garlic sauce is a staple in many Asian cuisines and adds a spicy kick to dishes.
Flavor profiles: Sweet, salty, spicy.
Serving suggestions: Serve as a dipping sauce for siomai or other Asian dishes.
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Region: Japanese