Food glossary
What is Teriyaki?
Teriyaki — Usually, a Japanese dish consisting of beef, chicken or fish that has been marinated in a mixture of soy sauce, mirin, sugar, ginger and seasonings before being grilled or fried. However, the term can be used to describe the sauce itself or the cooked dish made with the sauce. The sugar in the marinade gives the cooked food a slight glaze. Teriyaki sauce is made with the above ingredients and is…
Usually, a Japanese dish consisting of beef, chicken or fish that has been marinated in a mixture of soy sauce, mirin, sugar, ginger and seasonings before being grilled or fried. However, the term can be used to describe the sauce itself or the cooked dish made with the sauce. The sugar in the marinade gives the cooked food a slight glaze.
Teriyaki sauce is made with the above ingredients and is sold in bottles, although it's easy to make your own. Teriyaki was traditionally used as a glaze for fish or meat after it had been cooked, but now is more commonly used for marinating the meat prior to cooking. The ingredients used in teriyaki sauce tend to be loosely interpreted by many chefs and can include a range of ingredients including sesame oil, honey and Tabasco.