Yakitori Sauce

Transform your grilled dishes with the rich, umami-packed flavor of homemade Yakitori Sauce, a classic Japanese glaze that's perfect for chicken skewers and beyond. Crafted with a delicate blend of soy sauce, mirin, sake, and a touch of sweetness from sugar—and optionally honey—this recipe strikes the perfect balance between savory and slightly sweet notes. Ready in just 20 minutes, this glossy, caramelized glaze thickens to perfection as it cools, making it ideal not only as a marinade but also as an irresistible dipping sauce. Whether you're hosting a barbecue or elevating weeknight meals, this versatile sauce is a must-have staple for any Japanese cuisine enthusiast.

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 120 ml Soy sauce
• 120 ml Mirin
• 60 ml Sake
• 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon Honey (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, mirin, sake, and granulated sugar.

Step 2

Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir until the sugar is fully dissolved. If using honey for added sweetness, stir it in at this point.

Step 3

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then lower the heat to a simmer.

Step 4

Let the sauce simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it reduces slightly and thickens into a glossy glaze. Be careful not to overcook, as the sugar may burn.

Step 5

Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the sauce to cool to room temperature. The sauce will thicken further as it cools.

Step 6

Use immediately as a glaze or dipping sauce, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	369.3 grams (369.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	684

Total Fat 0.40g	1%
Saturated Fat 0.00g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.20g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4684mg	204%
Total Carbohydrate 129.50g	47%
Dietary Fiber 0.90g	3%
Total Sugars 120.10g
Protein 12.20g	24%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 43mg	3%
Iron 2mg	11%
Potassium 564mg	12%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 0.6%

Protein: 8.6%

Carbs: 90.8%