Teriyaki sauce with ginger
6 servings
20 minutes
Ginger teriyaki sauce is a refined gift of Japanese cuisine that embodies a balance of sweetness, spiciness, and mild tanginess. Its origins trace back to traditional Japanese gastronomy, where the art of sauces plays a key role in creating the perfect flavor profile of a dish. Ginger adds a subtle heat while mirin and honey provide caramel sweetness. This sauce pairs perfectly with meat, fish, and vegetables, giving them rich flavor and an appetizing shine. It is indispensable for marinades, glazes, and adding an Eastern flair to dishes. It is easy to prepare and convenient to store – remaining rich and aromatic for several days. Ginger teriyaki sauce is a way to transform ordinary ingredients into a culinary masterpiece filled with depth of flavor and elegance of Eastern cuisine.
1
Add all ingredients to the pot.
- Soy sauce: 150 ml
- Mirin: 100 ml
- Ground ginger: 2 teaspoons
- Cane sugar: 6 teaspoons
- Garlic powder: 1 teaspoon
- Starch: 2 teaspoons
- Honey: 2 tablespoons
- Lemon juice: 1 tablespoon
- Water: 0.3 glass
- Olive oil: 1 teaspoon
2
Turn on medium heat and, stirring occasionally, bring to a boil and cook for another 5 minutes.
3
Let it cool down. If it doesn't look very thick, that's okay; after a while, it will thicken. The teriyaki sauce is ready.
4
After 15-20 minutes, when the sauce cools down a bit, it should be poured into a glass container with a lid. It should be stored in the refrigerator.
