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3 ingredient teriyaki sauce

3 Ingredient Teriyaki Sauce and Classic Homemade Teriyaki Sauce

These easy homemade teriyaki sauce recipes are quick, versatile, and incredibly flavorful—perfect for a variety of dishes from marinades to dipping sauces.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Condiments, Sauces
Cuisine: Asian, Japanese
Calories: 20
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

3 Ingredient Teriyaki Sauce
  • ½ cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • ¼ cup honey (or maple syrup for vegan)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (or 1 tsp garlic powder)
Classic Homemade Teriyaki Sauce
  • ½ cup soy sauce
  • ¼ cup brown sugar (or coconut sugar)
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water for slurry

Method
 

3 Ingredient Teriyaki Sauce
  1. In a small saucepan, mix the soy sauce, honey, and minced garlic. Stir well to ensure the honey dissolves.
  2. Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Let it cook for 3–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
  3. Remove from heat and let it cool. The sauce will thicken further as it cools.
  4. Use immediately or transfer to an airtight container for later.
Classic Homemade Teriyaki Sauce
  1. In a saucepan, heat sesame oil over medium heat. Add garlic and ginger, sautéing for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
  2. Pour in soy sauce, brown sugar, and rice vinegar. Stir until the sugar dissolves.
  3. Bring to a simmer, then add the cornstarch slurry. Stir continuously until the sauce thickens (about 2–3 minutes).

Notes

For a smoother texture, strain the 3 ingredient sauce if using fresh garlic. Store sauces in an airtight jar; the 3 ingredient version lasts up to 2 weeks in the fridge, while the classic lasts up to 10 days.