Gluten-Free Teriyaki Sauce Recipe Made from Only 4 Ingredients

This gluten-free teriyaki sauce recipe uses only four ingredients and takes just minutes to make. It’s a quick, easy, and delicious homemade sauce.

I assumed teriyaki sauce was off-limits when I became gluten-free. Most bottled sauces contain wheat, often hidden in the soy sauce. I missed that sweet and savory flavor, especially for stir-fries and marinades.

Then I learned how simple it is to make a homemade version. This 4-ingredient teriyaki sauce has become a regular in my kitchen. In fact, we often make triple batches and keep it in the fridge.

I control what goes into it, and it takes less than 10 minutes from start to finish. Once I nailed this gluten-free teriyaki sauce recipe, I can enjoy it again.

What you need to make our 4-ingredient teriyaki sauce

• Brown sugar: I use light brown sugar for the right balance of sweetness.
• Mirin is a sweet rice wine commonly found in most Asian markets.
• Cooking sake – While this sake professes to only be made with rice, it doesn’t say gluten-free. Alternatively, we use a rice-based cooking wine.
• Gluten-free soy sauce, or Tamari

Tips and serving suggestions for our gluten-free teriyaki sauce

1. As the sauce cooks, you will first smell the alcohol as it burns off. Next, it will develop a sweet aroma when it is done.
2. While some recipes call for an added starch, we found this reduces its longevity. Without starch, the sauce can last for up to a month in the refrigerator.
3. We love this gluten-free teriyaki sauce and use it in many dishes. Our favourite is teriyaki chicken. It’s also great brushed on salmon or tofu before broiling, poured over stir-fried vegetables, or just drizzled over rice bowls.

Some readers have asked . . .

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Can I make this without mirin or sake?

If you don’t have it, there are a few mirin substitute options, including making your own with rice vinegar and a small amount of sugar. For the sake, look for a non-alcoholic cooking wine or leave it out. The flavor won’t be exactly the same, but it will still be good.

Can I double the recipe?

Yes, this recipe doubles or even triples well. Maintain the same ratios and simmer for a little longer if you’re making a larger batch.

How should I store the leftover sauce?

We often make a big batch in advance. Once it cools, it should keep in the fridge for about a month in a sealed container.

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