Teriyaki Sauce

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup soy sauce or tamari
• 1/3 cup sugar
• 2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger
• 2 teaspoons minced fresh garlic
• 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon black strap molasses
• 1/2 cup water, divided
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)

Directions

1. Combine the soy sauce, sugar, ginger, garlic, vinegar, and molasses in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add 1/4 cup of the water. Stir well to dissolve the sugar and bring the mixture to a simmer, 3 to 4 minutes.
2. Combine the cornstarch with the remaining 1/4 cup water and add the mixture to the saucepan. Fold in the sesame seeds (if using). Bring the sauce to a boil to thicken, 3 to 4 minutes. Lt the sauce cool, and refrigerate it for up to 1 week or freeze it for up to 1 month.