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Low-Calorie Teriyaki Sauce
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Prep Time:
5
minutes
mins
Cook Time:
5
minutes
mins
Servings
12
Ingredients
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¼
cup
low-sodium soy sauce
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½
cup
water
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1
tbsp
rice vinegar
or apple cider vinegar
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1
tbsp
Agave
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2
tsp
fresh ginger
minced
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2
tsp
garlic
minced
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2
tsp
cornstarch
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1
tsp
sesame oil
optional, adds flavor
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1
tsp
toasted sesame seeds
optional garnish
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2
tbsp
chopped green onions
for garnish
Instructions
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Mix cornstarch with 2 tbsp of water in a small bowl to create a slurry.
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In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine soy sauce, remaining water, rice vinegar, agave, ginger, and garlic. Stir well.
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Once simmering, slowly whisk in the cornstarch slurry, stirring continuously to prevent lumps.
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Simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
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Remove from heat, stir in sesame oil (if using), and let cool. The sauce will continue to thicken as it cools.
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Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions if desired.
How to Use:
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Drizzle over grilled chicken, salmon, tofu, or vegetables.
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Use as a stir-fry sauce with shrimp and broccoli.
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As a low-calorie dip for sushi or dumplings.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Low-Calorie Teriyaki Sauce
Serving Size
1 Tbsp
Amount per Serving
Calories
15
% Daily Value*
Fat
0.4
g
1
%
Saturated Fat
0.1
g
1
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
0.2
g
Sodium
192
mg
8
%
Potassium
26
mg
1
%
Carbohydrates
2
g
1
%
Fiber
0.1
g
0
%
Sugar
1
g
1
%
Protein
1
g
2
%
Vitamin A
10
IU
0
%
Vitamin C
1
mg
1
%
Calcium
5
mg
1
%
Iron
0.1
mg
1
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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