Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup soy sauce
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup mirin
- 1/2 cup sake
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons minced ginger
- 2 scorpion peppers, seeded and minced
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
Special equipment needed:
- Saucepan
- Whisk
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Measuring cups and spoons
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a saucepan, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, mirin, sake, rice vinegar, honey, garlic, ginger, and scorpion peppers.
2. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
3. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch and water until smooth.
5. Add the cornstarch mixture to the sauce and whisk until well combined.
6. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.
7. Remove from heat and stir in sesame oil.
8. Let the sauce cool to room temperature before serving.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 20-25 minutes
Temperature:
Medium heat for boiling, low heat for simmering
Serving size:
Makes about 2 cups of sauce
Nutritional information:
Serving size: 1 tablespoon
Calories: 35
Total fat: 0g
Saturated fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 520mg
Total carbohydrates: 8g
Dietary fiber: 0g
Sugars: 7g
Protein: 1g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Scorpion peppers can be substituted with other hot peppers such as habanero or jalapeno.
- Mirin can be substituted with sweet sherry or Chinese rice wine.
- Sake can be substituted with dry white wine or chicken broth.
- Rice vinegar can be substituted with apple cider vinegar or white wine vinegar.
Variations:
- For a milder sauce, use fewer scorpion peppers or substitute with a milder pepper.
- For a sweeter sauce, increase the amount of brown sugar or honey.
- For a thicker sauce, increase the amount of cornstarch or simmer for a longer time.
Tips and tricks:
- Be careful when handling hot peppers, wear gloves if necessary.
- Adjust the amount of scorpion peppers to your desired level of heat.
- Store the sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Storage instructions:
Store the sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat the sauce in a saucepan over low heat, stirring occasionally, until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the sauce in a small bowl or ramekin alongside grilled meats or vegetables.
Garnishes:
Garnish with sliced scallions or sesame seeds.
Pairings:
This sauce pairs well with grilled chicken, beef, pork, or vegetables.
Suggested side dishes:
Serve with steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the sauce is too thick, add a little water to thin it out.
- If the sauce is too thin, simmer for a longer time or add more cornstarch.
Food safety advice:
- Wash your hands and utensils thoroughly before and after handling hot peppers.
- Store the sauce in the refrigerator and discard if it develops an off odor or appearance.
Food history:
Teriyaki sauce originated in Japan and is a sweet and savory sauce made with soy sauce, sugar, and mirin.
Flavor profiles:
This sauce is sweet, savory, and spicy with a hint of sesame.
Serving suggestions:
Serve as a dipping sauce or use as a marinade for grilled meats or vegetables.
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