How to Make Simple Lighter Teriyaki Sauce

Skip store-bought and make this EASY Lighter Teriyaki Sauce that is sticky, sweet and made in just 5 minutes using fresh, simple ingredients you probably already have on hand!

Having a go-to teriyaki sauce is a MUST because this sauce is a key ingredient in so many satisfying dishes! Not only is this straightforward teriyaki sauce recipe simple to make, but it is fresher, healthier and packed with flavor! From-scratch sauces are so much better than store-bought which contain corn syrup and other ingredients that aren't really necessary. The best part is this straightforward sa

To Store: This sauce will last up to 2 weeks in your fridge in a sealed, airtight container or mason jar. You can also freeze this teriyaki sauce for up to 3 months in a freezer-safe container. When ready to use, thaw in overnight in the fridge.

What goes in

• 1/2 cup low sodium soy sauce
• 1/3 cup pineapple juice, or orange juice
• 3 tablespoons honey, or maple syrup
• 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, or 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
• 2 cloves garlic, or 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, optional
• 2 teaspoons. cornstarch + 2 teaspoons cold water

How it comes together

1. Mix ingredients. Combine all ingredients, except for sesame seeds, in a small saucepan and continually whisk on a lively burner. Bring sauce to a boil then turn the heat down and let the sauce simmer for 5 to 6 minutes, making sure to continually whisk, until the sauce has thickened up and coats the back of a spoon.
2. To thicken the sauce. If you want a thicker sauce, mix together 2 teaspoons of corn starch with 2 teaspoons of cold water to make a cornstarch slurry then mix it into the teriyaki sauce once the sauce has been removed from the heat.
3. Serve or store. Mix in sesame seeds and enjoy the sauce while it is warm or let the sauce cool completely before storing in the fridge. A cook really like these mini canning jars for sauces like this.

Keep in mind

*This sauce will last up to two weeks in your fridge or you can freeze it up to 3 months in a sealed, airtight container.