Soyaki Sauce (Easy Coconut Aminos Substitute)

Glass bowl full of homemade soyaki sauce with a spoon.

Soyaki Sauce (Easy Coconut Aminos Substitute)

This copycat recipe for Soyaki sauce tastes just like the real deal! Its sweet and savory flavor is also a great substitute for coconut aminos, soy sauce, or liquid aminos.

Course Ingredient

Cuisine Japanese

Diet Vegan, Vegetarian

Prep Time 10

Total Time 10

Servings

Calories 49kcal

Author Rachel

Ingredients

½ cup low-sodium soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free option
3 tablespoons pineapple juice
2 tablespoons maple syrup or agave nectar
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
2 cloves garlic minced
1 teaspoon ginger grated
½ teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon sesame seeds
1 tablespoon cornstarch optional, for thickening

Instructions

In a small sauce pan over medium heat, combine soy sauce (or tamari), pineapple juice, maple syrup (or agave nectar), rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, and onion powder. Whisk all the ingredients together until well combined and bring to a simmer.
½ cup low-sodium soy sauce, 3 tablespoons pineapple juice, 2 tablespoons maple syrup, 2 tablespoons rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, 2 cloves garlic, 1 teaspoon ginger, ½ teaspoon onion powder
Mix the cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of cold water until dissolved, then stir it into the soyaki sauce. Allow the sauce to simmer until thickened for 3-5 minutes.
1 tablespoon cornstarch
Stir in the sesame seeds and taste the sauce and adjust the flavors according to your preference. If you prefer it sweeter, add a bit more maple syrup or agave nectar. If you prefer it tangier, add more rice vinegar. Adjust the amounts of ginger and garlic to suit your taste as well.
1 teaspoon sesame seeds
You can use this homemade Soyaki sauce as a marinade for tofu, tempeh, or vegetables before grilling, baking, or stir-frying. It also works well as a glaze for roasted vegetables or a flavorful dressing for salads and bowls.

Notes

Feel free to get creative and customize the sauce to your taste by adding other seasonings or spices like red pepper flakes, sesame seeds, or a dash of sriracha for some heat. Enjoy the versatility of this homemade Soyaki sauce in your favorite recipes!

Storage: Transfer the soyaki sauce to a sealable glass container and allow it to cool to room temperature before storing in the refrigerator. Use within 2 weeks.

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