Name: Honey Teriyaki Sauce
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 6 Servings
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 0.5 cup Soy Sauce; 0.5 cup Water; 4 tablespoons Honey; 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce; 1 tsp Rice Vinegar; 1 tsp Onion Powder; 1 tsp Garlic Powder

Honey Teriyaki Sauce is perfect for flavoring anything, from chicken and steak to fish and vegetables. This Japanese-inspired glaze has a savory taste and is made with rice wine vinegar and soy sauce. This easy recipe goes great on everything, and can be used as a dip, glaze, or in a delicious marinade. Make teriyaki chicken wings, or enjoy it brushed on grilled meats or vegetables.

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Instructions

In a bowl combine soy sauce, water, honey, Worcestershire sauce, rice vinegar, onion power powder, and garlic powder.

Pour into a small saucepan and simmer all the ingredients together for 5-10 minutes, or until the sauce heats through.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Balance Your Sweet and Savory 🍯
Taste as you go and adjust honey incrementally—too much sweetness overpowers the umami; start with 3 tablespoons and add more only if needed for your palate preference.
Simmer to Thicken and Develop Depth 🔥
Bring the sauce to a gentle boil for 2-3 minutes, then reduce heat to low and simmer for another minute—this caramelizes the honey slightly and concentrates all flavors without burning.
Use Fresh Minced Garlic Instead of Powder 🧄
For superior depth, replace half the garlic powder with fresh minced garlic added in the last 30 seconds of cooking to preserve its pungent, vibrant notes.
Apply Glaze in Layers for Maximum Coating 🖌️
Brush sauce onto proteins or vegetables in multiple thin coats during the last 3-4 minutes of cooking rather than one heavy application—this creates a glossy caramelized coating without burning.
Strain for Silky Smoothness ✨
Pour the finished sauce through a fine-mesh strainer to remove any powder particles from garlic and onion powder, creating a professionally smooth, restaurant-quality glaze.