Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup low sodium soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup mirin
  • 1/4 cup sake
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar, firmly packed
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, finely grated
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced into a paste
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons cold water

Instructions:

  1. In a small non-reactive saucepan, combine the soy sauce, mirin, sake, brown sugar, honey, ginger, and garlic. Whisk over medium heat until the sugar has completely dissolved and the mixture is fragrant.
  2. Bring the mixture to a light boil, then immediately reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer for 4–5 minutes to allow the aromatics to infuse and the flavors to mellow.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and 2 tablespoons of cold water to create a smooth slurry.
  4. Slowly pour the slurry into the simmering sauce while whisking constantly. Continue to simmer for 1-2 minutes until the sauce achieves a glossy, mirror-like sheen and thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon.
  5. Remove from heat and let cool slightly before transferring to an airtight glass jar for storage.