Authentic Teriyaki Marinade Recipe for Delicious Dishes

Teriyaki Marinade — a japanese recipe (condiments and sauces) with 7 ingredients. Source: edamam.com.

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Updated March 20, 2026

10

Total Time (min)

10

servings

59

Calories/serving

Medium

Difficulty

Authentic Teriyaki Marinade Recipe for Delicious Dishes

Ingredients

Servings:
10
  • 1 cup soy sauce
  • 1 cup mirin (sweet rice wine)
  • 1 cup sugar (brown or white)
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon ginger (freshly grated)

Instructions

5 steps

  1. Combine Ingredients

    In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, mirin, sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger.

    Whisk until the sugar is fully dissolved.
  2. Adjust Flavor

    Taste the marinade and adjust the sweetness or acidity if necessary by adding more sugar or vinegar.

    For a spicier version, consider adding red pepper flakes.
  3. Store Marinade

    Transfer the marinade to a clean jar or container.

    Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before using for best flavor.
  4. Marinate Protein

    Use the teriyaki marinade to marinate your choice of protein (chicken, beef, tofu) for at least 1 hour.

    For more intense flavor, marinate overnight.
  5. Cook

    Cook the marinated protein as desired, grilling or stir-frying for best results.

    Reserve some marinade for basting during cooking.

💡 Tips & Tricks

Health: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Dairy-Free, Egg-Free, Peanut-Free. Diet: Low-Fat

Storage & Reheating

❄️

Refrigerator

Up to 3 days in an airtight container

🧊

Freezer

Up to 2 months — thaw overnight in fridge

🔥

Reheat in a skillet or microwave until heated through.

What to Serve With

Complete your japanese meal with these perfect pairings:

🍽️Steamed rice
🍽️Miso soup
🍽️Pickled ginger

About This Dish

Authentic Teriyaki Marinade Recipe for Delicious Dishes is a beloved dish from Japanese cuisine. With a total preparation time of about 10 minutes, it's a quick and easy option for any day of the week.

Japanese cuisine (washoku) is recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage. It emphasizes seasonal ingredients, beautiful presentation, and the harmonious balance of five flavors: sweet, sour, salty, bitter, and umami.

This recipe is rated medium difficulty and uses 7 ingredients. Intermediate cooks will enjoy the balanced challenge.

Frequently Asked Questions

You can store the teriyaki marinade in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

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Nutrition Facts

10 serving(s) per recipe

Serving size1 serving
Calories45kcal
Total Fat0gg
Sodium800mgmg
Total Carbohydrates10gg
Dietary Fiber0gg
Total Sugars8gg
Protein1gg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.

Recipe Details

CuisineJapanese