Oil Free Teriyaki Marinade
Infuse your dishes with bold, savory-sweet flavor using this Oil-Free Teriyaki Marinade, a healthier twist on the classic Japanese-inspired sauce. Bursting with the umami richness of low-sodium soy sauce, natural sweetness from maple syrup, and a tangy kick of rice vinegar, this marinade achieves perfectly balanced flavors without any added oils. Freshly grated ginger and minced garlic add a vibrant, aromatic depth, while the easy cornstarch slurry ensures a luscious, thickened consistency. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile marinade is perfect as a glaze for grilled veggies, a tangy dipping sauce, or a seasoning base for stir-fries. Plus, with optional sesame seeds for added texture, it’s a customizable, guilt-free addition to your favorite dishes. Save it for later—this vegan, oil-free marinade keeps beautifully in the fridge for up to five days!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Low-sodium soy sauce
- 0.25 cup Maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, grated
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1.5 teaspoons Cornstarch
- 0.5 cup Water
- 0.5 teaspoon Sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch and 2 tablespoons of water. Stir until fully dissolved, then set aside.
In a medium saucepan, combine the soy sauce, maple syrup, rice vinegar, grated ginger, minced garlic, and the remaining water.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
Once the sauce begins to simmer, reduce the heat to low and slowly whisk in the cornstarch slurry.
Continue stirring for 2-3 minutes, or until the marinade thickens to your desired consistency.
Remove from heat and let it cool completely before using.
Optional: Stir in sesame seeds for additional flavor and texture.
Use immediately as a marinade, glaze, or dipping sauce, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
314 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.8 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3978 mg | 173% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 67.3 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 53.1 g | ||
| Protein | 16.6 g | 33% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 33 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 4.4 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 35 mg | 1% | |
*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.
