Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 cup mirin
- 1/4 cup sake
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Special equipment needed: None
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a medium saucepan, combine soy sauce, mirin, sake, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger. Stir to combine.
2. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch and water until smooth.
4. Add the cornstarch mixture to the sauce and stir to combine.
5. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.
6. Remove from heat and stir in sesame oil and black pepper.
7. Let the sauce cool to room temperature before serving.
20-25 minutes
Temperature: Medium-high heat
Serving size: Makes about 1 cup of sauce
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 50
- Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Protein: 1g
- Sodium: 1200mg
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 sesame oil, you can use vegetable oil or canola oil instead.
Variations:
- Add a tablespoon of honey for a sweeter sauce.
- Add a tablespoon of chili paste for a spicier sauce.
- Use this sauce as a marinade for steak or chicken before grilling.
Tips and tricks:
- Be sure to whisk the cornstarch and water together until smooth to prevent lumps in the sauce.
- Store any leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Storage instructions:
- Store any leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Reheating instructions:
- Reheat the sauce in a small saucepan over low heat, stirring occasionally, until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the sauce in a small bowl or ramekin alongside grilled steak or chicken.
Garnishes:
- Garnish with sliced green onions or sesame seeds for added flavor and texture.
Pairings:
- This sauce pairs well with grilled steak or chicken, rice, and stir-fried vegetables.
Suggested side dishes:
- Serve with steamed rice and stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the sauce is too thick, add a tablespoon of water at a time until it reaches your desired consistency.
- If the sauce is too thin, whisk together another tablespoon of cornstarch and water and add it to the sauce.
Food safety advice:
- Be sure to cook the sauce to a temperature of at least 165°F to ensure that it is safe to eat.
Food history:
- Teriyaki is a Japanese cooking technique that involves grilling or broiling meat that has been marinated in a sweet and savory sauce.
Flavor profiles:
- This teriyaki sauce is sweet, savory, and slightly tangy with a hint of garlic and ginger.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve this teriyaki sauce with grilled steak or chicken, rice, and stir-fried vegetables for a delicious and easy meal.
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