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Vegan Teriyaki Sauce

Published: 22 Apr 2023 · Updated: 25 Apr 2023 by Julianne Lynch · This post may contain affiliate links · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases · Leave a Comment

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Vegan Teriyaki Sauce is a great way to add flavor to your plant-based meals. This quick and easy homemade sauce is made with simple ingredients like soy sauce, garlic, and maple syrup. It's perfect for drizzling over tofu, stir-fried veggies, noodles, and more.

Hand lifitng a spoonful of vegan teriyaki sauce out of a bowl
This homemade Vegan Teriyaki Sauce is perfect to pair with tofu or stir-fried veggies!

If you love the idea of Teriyaki Sauce but aren't impressed by the flavor and ingredients of store-bought, then this homemade vegan Teriyaki Sauce is for you!

I love how quickly and easily this sauce comes together! In just ten minutes this sauce will be ready to toss with veggies, drizzle over a tofu bowl, or store for later. You can easily double the batch if you want to keep some on hand for the future.

The end result is a sauce that's both kid and adult-friendly. It's a little salty and a little sweet with a kick of umami that will take any vegan Asian recipe to the next level!

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  • Can this be gluten-free?
  • Why make a cornstarch slurry?
  • What is Mirin?
  • Ingredient notes
  • Variations
  • Instructions
  • Equipment
  • How to serve
  • Storage
  • Top tip
  • Related recipes
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You'll love this Vegan Teriyaki Sauce recipe because it's:

  • Simple & Delicious
  • Quick & Easy
  • Vegan/Vegetarian
  • Easy to make gluten-free
  • Kid-friendly
  • WFPB & Oil-Free
  • Perfect for topping tofu bowls or tossing with veggies!

Bowl with vegan teriyaki sauce.
You just need 10 minutes and 7 ingredients to make this quick and easy teriyaki sauce!

Can this be gluten-free?

Yes! There are two ingredients you need to keep an eye on. Cornstarch, while naturally gluten-free can have fillers so be sure to check the ingredients. Soy Sauce does have gluten; however, gluten-free soy sauce is available and can be used for this recipe.

Why make a cornstarch slurry?

Mixing the water and cornstarch to make a slurry before adding it in with the rest of the ingredients helps keep clumps of cornstarch from forming.

What is Mirin?

Mirin is a kind of rice wine vinegar commonly used in Japanese cooking. It has a slightly sweeter flavor than regular vinegar, which makes it a perfect addition to teriyaki sauce.


Vegan teriyaki sauce ingredients.
Here's what you need to make homemade Vegan Teriyaki Sauce.

Ingredient notes

  • water
  • soy sauce--For that salty umami flavor
  • maple syrup--For a rich sweet flavor.
  • mirin or rice wine vinegar--This will add a touch of acid. Mirin works great here because it's already a little sweet, but I've also tested this recipe with rice wine vinegar and it makes a fine substitute.
  • minced or grated garlic--Fresh is my preference here, but in a rush, I've made this with granulated garlic and it still tastes great.
  • fresh grated ginger--Same as above. Fresh is best, but powder will do in a pinch.

Cornstarch Slurry

  • cornstarch or arrowroot powder--This will help to thicken the sauce.
  • water--mixing the cornstarch with a little water before whisking it into the sauce will help prevent clumping.

See recipe card for quantities.

Variations

If you love this vegan teriyaki recipe but want something a little different, you could try the sauce from my General Tso's or Orange Tofu recipes. And for a Korean sauce with an extra spicy kick, check out this Gochujang sauce.

Instructions

Here are step-by-step instructions with photos.

Vegan teriyaki sauce in a bowl next to a whisk and a small bowl of cornstarch.

Add water, soy sauce, maple, mirin or rice wine vinegar, grated garlic, and grated ginger in a bowl. Whisk to combine.

Hand whisking the cornstarch and water.

In another bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and ¼ cup of water.

Hand hold bowl of cornstarch slurry as it is whisked into the teriyaki sauce.

Add the sauce to a skillet and bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Then add the cornstarch slurry, whisking so that it doesn't form clumps.

Teriyaki sauce in a skillet with a hand holding a wooden spoon.

Continue to whisk or stir with a wooden spoon until the sauce thickens (this should happen very quickly). Remove from the heat and serve right away or cool and store for later.

Troubleshooting:

  • Be sure to mix your cornstarch and water on the side to make a slurry. This will help to keep the cornstarch from clumping when you mix it into the sauce.
  • The sauce will continue to thicken as it cools. If it thickens more than you want, you can thin it out with a little water. This tip is also useful for reheating leftover teriyaki sauce.

Hand lifting a spoonful of vegan teriyaki sauce from a bowl.
Vegan Teriyaki Sauce is a delicious combination of sweet, salty, and umami flavors!

Equipment

For this recipe, you'll just need a mixing bowl, a small bowl, and a skillet. A whisk also helps, but if you don't have one just use a fork.

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How to serve

Serve this delicious Vegan Teriyaki sauce with tofu, stir-fried veggies, or noodles. It would be great for drizzling over an Asian-style Buddha bowl.

Storage

Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 weeks in the refrigerator or 3 months in the freezer.

Top tip

Double the batch so that you can have homemade teriyaki sauce on hand for several weeks to come!

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Vegan teriyaki sauce recipe.

Vegan Teriyaki Sauce

Vegan Teriyaki Sauce is a great way to add flavor to your plant-based meals. This quick and easy homemade sauce is made with simple ingredients like soy sauce, garlic, and maple syrup. It's perfect for drizzling over tofu, stir-fried veggies, noodles, and more.
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 5 minutes mins
Total Time 10 minutes mins
Course Condiment
Cuisine Asian
Servings 6
Calories 97 kcal

Equipment

mixing bowl
small mixing bowl
whisk
skillet

Ingredients
 
 

  • ½ cup water
  • ½ cup soy sauce
  • ½ cup maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon Mirin or Rice Wine Vinegar
  • 4 cloves minced or grated garlic
  • 1 inch grated ginger

Cornstarch Slurry

  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch or arrowroot powder
  • ¼ cup water

Instructions
 

  • Add ½ cup water, soy sauce, maple, mirin or rice wine vinegar, grated garlic, and grated ginger in a bowl. Whisk to combine.
  • In another bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and ¼ cup of water.
  • Add the sauce to a skillet and bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Then add the cornstarch slurry, whisking so that it doesn't form clumps.
  • Continue to whisk or stir with a wooden spoon until the sauce thickens (this should happen very quickly). Remove from the heat and serve right away or cool and store for later.
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Notes

  • This recipe makes between 1.25 and 1.5 cups of sauce (depending on how much it reduces).
  • Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 weeks in the refrigerator or 3 months in the freezer.

Nutrition

Serving: 0.25cupCalories: 97kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 0.04gSaturated Fat: 0.01gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.01gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.01gSodium: 1106mgPotassium: 114mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 17gVitamin A: 0.2IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 38mgIron: 1mg
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