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Best Substitutes for Teriyaki Sauce — What to Use Instead

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Soy Sauce + Brown Sugar + Garlic + Ginger: 3 tbsp soy + 1 tbsp brown sugar + 1 tsp garlic + 1 tsp ginger — Best homemade teriyaki. Simmer until slightly thickened. Add 1 tsp cornstarch slurry if needed.

Coconut Aminos + Honey: 2 tbsp coconut aminos + 1 tbsp honey — Soy-free alternative. Add garlic and ginger for authentic flavor.

Overview

Top substitute for teriyaki sauce: Soy Sauce + Brown Sugar + Garlic + Ginger (3 tbsp soy + 1 tbsp brown sugar + 1 tsp garlic + 1 tsp ginger). Best homemade teriyaki. Simmer until slightly thickened. Add 1 tsp cornstarch slurry if needed. Plus 2 more alternatives.

Key Details

  • Soy Sauce + Brown Sugar + Garlic + Ginger: 3 tbsp soy + 1 tbsp brown sugar + 1 tsp garlic + 1 tsp ginger — Best homemade teriyaki. Simmer until slightly thickened. Add 1 tsp cornstarch slurry if needed.
  • Coconut Aminos + Honey: 2 tbsp coconut aminos + 1 tbsp honey — Soy-free alternative. Add garlic and ginger for authentic flavor.
  • Hoisin Sauce (thinned): 2 tbsp hoisin + 1 tbsp water + 1 tsp rice vinegar — Thick, sweet-savory swap. Different flavor but similar application.

Why This Matters

  • Teriyaki Sauce may need substituting due to dietary restrictions
  • Running out of an ingredient mid-recipe is common
  • Allergies or preferences may require alternatives

How To

  1. 1Best overall substitute: Soy Sauce + Brown Sugar + Garlic + Ginger at 3 tbsp soy + 1 tbsp brown sugar + 1 tsp garlic + 1 tsp ginger
  2. 2Consider what role the ingredient plays in the recipe
  3. 3Test substitutes in small batches first
  4. 4Adjust other ingredients as noted for best results

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Frequently Asked Questions

The best substitute is Soy Sauce + Brown Sugar + Garlic + Ginger at 3 tbsp soy + 1 tbsp brown sugar + 1 tsp garlic + 1 tsp ginger. Best homemade teriyaki. Simmer until slightly thickened. Add 1 tsp cornstarch slurry if needed.