Japanese Barbecue Sauce
Elevate your grilling game with this rich and flavorful Japanese Barbecue Sauce, a perfect fusion of sweet, savory, and umami flavors. Made with authentic ingredients like soy sauce, mirin, and sake, this versatile homemade sauce is enhanced with garlic, ginger, and a touch of sesame oil for a depth of flavor that’s undeniably irresistible. A hint of oyster sauce adds a silky umami punch, while optional red pepper flakes lend a subtle heat for spice lovers. Ready in just 25 minutes, this sauce is ideal as a marinade for meats, a glaze for grilled seafood, or a dipping sauce for vegetables. Easy to make and adaptable, this Japanese-inspired barbecue sauce will become your go-to condiment for grilling season and beyond.
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Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Soy sauce
- 0.25 cup Mirin (Japanese sweet rice wine)
- 0.25 cup Sake
- 0.25 cup Sugar
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons Ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons Ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Optional: Red pepper flakes
Directions
Step 1
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the soy sauce, mirin, sake, and sugar over medium heat.
Step 2
Stir the mixture continuously until the sugar is completely dissolved.
Step 3
Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the saucepan.
Step 4
Increase the heat slightly and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, allowing it to cook for about 5 minutes. Stir occasionally.
Step 5
Lower the heat and mix in the ketchup and oyster sauce, stirring well to combine.
Step 6
Simmer the sauce gently for another 5 minutes until it slightly thickens.
Step 7
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the sesame oil and optional red pepper flakes for a hint of spice.
Step 8
Allow the sauce to cool to room temperature before using as a marinade or serving with your favorite grilled dishes.
Step 9
Store any leftover Japanese barbecue sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 382.2 grams (382.2g) |
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| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 787 |
| Total Fat 14.70g | 19% |
| Saturated Fat 2.00g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 6.00g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4618mg | 201% |
| Total Carbohydrate 131.70g | 48% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.20g | 4% |
| Total Sugars 117.20g | |
| Protein 12.60g | 25% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 57mg | 4% |
| Iron 2mg | 13% |
| Potassium 562mg | 12% |
Source of Calories