I hope you enjoy it! Let me know how it turns out for you. The thing is, chili peppers are used worldwide, so if you’re into exploring food culture, all you need to do is follow the peppers of that region. In the last few years, I’ve found myself more and more interested in Asian cuisine. That is a broad statement, I know. Just like “American Cuisine” has multiple influences and distinctive components, the continent of Asia is massive and one could spend a lifetime exploring its different cuisines and cultures. I’m still dipping my toe into some cuisines, so I’m starting with a simple yet incredibly popular one that you’ll want to keep in your recipe box - Easy Homemade Teriyaki Sauce. It’s a great sauce or glaze and adds a pop of flavor, and heat if you make it my way, to just about any meal. You’ll definitely want this on hand if you love a good stir fry meal. Stir fries are quick to make, easy to customize and spice up as much as you’d like, and always satisfying. Teriyaki is also hugely popular in America, often made with more local ingredients, though the taste is one you’ll find rather addictive and something worth going back to over and over again. Like me, lately. I want teriyaki! So I’m making a homemade version, because I love it. Let’s talk about how to make teriyaki sauce, shall we? Simmer the Sauce. Heat the pot to medium heat and simmer it for a few minutes until it thickens up and develops more flavor, stirring occasionally. Stir until the sauce thickens to your desired thickness. You can skip this step if you prefer a thinner teriyaki sauce. Strain. You can strain your teriyaki sauce at this point to remove any of the solids, like the ginger or garlic, but I leave them in. Super tasty. Cool and Serve. Let it cool and you’re free to use your teriyaki sauce however you like. Toss it in a mason jar. Boom! Easy enough, isn’t it? It’s a very easy recipe. Super easy. I like to make a larger batch and store it in the refrigerator for using throughout the week. Especially when you can spice it up like I do. I do love the sweetness of a good teriyaki with Japanese cuisine, but I like a spicier version even more so. I find a little bit of heat helps to balance out the sweetness, and it goes perfectly with many different stars of your dish. It’s such a great recipe. I love mine with just a touch of heat and not so overwhelmingly sweet. Make it your own, my friends! If you enjoy this recipe, I hope you’ll leave a comment with some STARS. Also, please share it on social media. Don’t forget to tag us at #ChiliPepperMadness. I’ll be sure to share! Thanks! – Mike H. NOTE: This recipe was updated on 11/5/21 to include new photos and information. It was originally published on 7/24/17.
