Healthier Homemade Vegan Teriyaki Sauce
User Reviews
3.7
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
62 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
Asian
Healthier Homemade Vegan Teriyaki Sauce
Description
The recipe blends low-sodium soy sauce for umami with pure maple syrup for natural sweetness and balsamic vinegar for mild acidity, while ground ginger and garlic powder add warmth and depth. The mixture is heated until boiling, then thickened by whisking in a blend of cornstarch and water, which creates a smooth, glossy sauce that clings well to foods.
This vegan teriyaki sauce is adaptable for a variety of dishes, including stir-fries, tofu glazes, or as a dipping sauce for fresh vegetables. Its ingredients keep it free of animal products and lower in sodium compared to some commercial versions.
To maintain freshness, store the sauce in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Homemade versions allow easy customization by adjusting sweetness or ginger intensity to preference, providing a healthier alternative to store-bought teriyaki sauces.
Ingredients
- 1 cup soy sauce low-sodium
- ¼ cup pure maple syrup See Note
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger or 3 teaspoon fresh grated ginger
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 ½ tablespoon corn starch
- ¼ cup water
Instructions
- In a small sauce pan, whisk the soy sauce, syrup, vinegar, ginger and garlic powder until combined.
- Heat on medium-high heat until it just begins to boil, then reduce to a simmer.
- Whisk the corn starch and water together in a small bowl until fully combined. Whisk into the teriyaki sauce for approximately 30 seconds or until it thickens. Remove from heat.
Notes
- Keep sauce refrigerated in an airtight container for up to one week.
- Adjust the amount of maple syrup to modify sauce sweetness according to taste.
- Use fresh grated ginger instead of ground ginger for a brighter flavor if desired.
- Whisk cornstarch slurry thoroughly before adding to avoid lumps during thickening.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 62 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 62kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 13g | 4% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 1419mg | 59% |
| Potassium | 106mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 0g | 0% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Calcium | 22mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.9mg | 5% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
3.7
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