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Canal House Teriyaki Sauce

By Melissa Hamilton and Christopher Hirsheimer

4.8

(6)

Breakfast is just the beginning. Use this in stir-fries, to marinate tofu, or to glaze chicken as it roasts.

Recipe information

  • Total Time

    50 minutes

  • Yield

    Makes about 2 1/2 cups

Ingredients

1 cup (packed) light brown sugar
1 cup mirin
1 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Bring all ingredients to a boil in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring to dissolve sugar. Reduce heat and gently simmer, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened, 40–50 minutes; let cool.

    Step 2

    DO AHEAD: Teriyaki sauce can be made 1 month ahead. Store airtight and chill.

TagsSauceJapaneseEast AsianAsianEasyMake AheadSimmerBon Appétit
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