An easy teriyaki sauce recipe to add tons of Japanese-inspired flavor to all of your favorite recipes. Use this homemade teriyaki sauce on grilled meats, stir fries, or noodles.
In a small saucepan, mix together 1 cup water with the soy sauce, brown sugar, mirin, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic powder. Bring to a simmer over medium high heat.
Whisk together the cornstarch and 2 Tablespoons water in a small dish to dissolve into a slurry. Whisk into the pot and simmer for 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened. Note the sauce will continue to thicken as it cools. Serve this homemade sauce immediately, or refrigerate in an airtight container until ready to use.