Shrimp Teriyaki

Ingredients

• 1½ lb shrimp, large, peeled and deveined
• ½ cup soy sauce
• ¼ cup mirin
• 2 tbsp sake (or additional mirin)
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 2 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 2 tbsp water
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 tsp sesame seeds (optional)
• 2 green onions, sliced (optional)
• 4 cup cooked white rice (optional)

Steps

1. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, mirin, sake (or additional mirin), brown sugar, minced garlic, and grated ginger to create the teriyaki sauce.
2. In a separate small bowl, dissolve cornstarch in water to make a slurry.
3. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
4. Pour the teriyaki sauce into the hot skillet. Bring to a simmer, then slowly whisk in the cornstarch slurry. Cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency, about 1-2 minutes.
5. Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss gently to coat completely with the teriyaki sauce.
6. Serve immediately over cooked white rice, garnished with sesame seeds and sliced green onions, if desired.