P.F. Chang's Teriyaki Sauce Recipe (Easy Copycat)
Ingredients
Directions / Instructions
Why You'll Love This P.F. Chang's Teriyaki Sauce
P.F. Chang's Teriyaki Sauce is loved for its rich, glossy texture and perfectly balanced sweet and savory flavor. This homemade copycat version combines soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, garlic, fresh ginger, and sesame oil into a thick, restaurant-style glaze that's incredibly versatile.
Whether you're making grilled chicken, salmon, shrimp, beef, tofu, or vegetables, this easy sauce comes together in about 15 minutes and tastes even better than store-bought bottled teriyaki sauce.
Ingredients
- ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- ¼ cup water
- ¼ cup packed brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons cold water (for slurry)
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds (optional garnish)
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced (optional garnish)
Instructions
1. Combine the Ingredients
In a small saucepan, whisk together the soy sauce, water, brown sugar, honey, garlic, ginger, rice vinegar, and sesame oil.
2. Simmer
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely.
3. Make the Slurry
In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and cold water until smooth.
4. Thicken the Sauce
Slowly whisk the cornstarch slurry into the simmering sauce. Continue cooking for 2 to 3 minutes until the sauce thickens into a glossy glaze.
5. Cool Slightly
Remove from the heat and let the sauce cool for a few minutes. It will continue to thicken as it cools.
6. Serve
Use immediately over grilled chicken, salmon, steak, shrimp, vegetables, rice bowls, noodles, or stir-fries. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions if desired.
Expert Tips
Use freshly grated ginger and garlic for the best flavor. If you prefer a thinner sauce for stir-fries, reduce the cornstarch slightly. For a richer glaze, simmer an extra minute before removing from the heat.
Storage
Store the cooled teriyaki sauce in an airtight jar in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Reheat gently on the stovetop or microwave before serving. If the sauce thickens too much, whisk in a tablespoon of water while reheating.
Serving Suggestions
Serve with grilled chicken, salmon, steak, shrimp, tofu, broccoli, stir-fried vegetables, fried rice, noodles, sushi bowls, rice bowls, grilled pineapple, or roasted vegetables.
Recipe Variations
Add pineapple juice for a tropical twist, sriracha or crushed red pepper flakes for spicy teriyaki, or orange zest for a citrus version. Replace honey with maple syrup for a vegan-friendly option, or stir in a teaspoon of miso paste for deeper umami flavor.
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