Homemade Teriyaki Sauce (Alpha-Gal Friendly and Dairy Free)
One of my biggest AG anxieties is jarred sauces. Too many ingredients. Too many ‘ifs.’ So, I figured out how to make my own! This one recipe is so versatile- it works on chicken, veggies, salmon, or even fried tofu!
Homemade Teriyaki Glaze (Alpha-Gal Friendly and Dairy Free)
8-10
servings10
minutes5
minutesI think I’ve made it a mission to make all of my own condiments, and this one might be in my top 2-behind ketchup!
Ingredients
1 cup soy sauce (At time of writing this recipe, ‘Kikkoman Soy Sauce’ was listed green/safe on the FIG app for alpha-gal.)
–or coconut aminos or tamari. —1/4 to 1/2 cup water to dilute saltiness(to your taste)
1/4 cup(maybe a tiny bit more) honey
2 TBSP rice vinegar
1 Tsp sesame oil(more to taste)
6 cloves garlic, minced
1 TBSP freshly grated ginger(it really is worth it)
1TBSP + 1 Tsp cornstarch + 2 TBSP water to make a cornstarch slurry
Directions
- Add soy sauce, honey, vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger to a saucepan.
- Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in cornstarch slurry(whisked separately), and simmer 2-3 minutes until thickened and glossy.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly before using.
- Store in fridge in a sealed jar for up to 5 days.
Notes
Allergy Disclaimer
As someone living with Alpha-Gal Syndrome, I personally eat and test these recipes to keep them safe and tasty. Still, product formulations can change at any time without notice. Everyone’s sensitivity levels are different, so it’s important that you always check ingredient labels yourself and consult your healthcare provider if you have any concerns. This recipe is shared to help you, but please use your best judgement and personal discretion when trying it.- This yields about 1.5 cups of sauce! This is great for brushing on salmon, drizzling over rice bowls, or even a glaze for chicken, tofu, or veggies.
Here are a few ingredients I personally use when making this recipe:
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I’ve always used this soy sauce, so I was so happy to know I still could!
Want more Alpha-Gal safe recipes?
Check out my Crispy Salmon Rice Bowls recipe to go with teriyaki sauce!
Disclaimer: I do my best to provide accurate alpha-gal safe recipes, but ingredient formulations and individual sensitivities can vary. Always double check product labels and consult your healthcare provider if you’re unsure. For more detailed allergen and safety info, please visit my ‘Alpha-Gal Disclaimer & Ingredient Safety’ page.
