Classic Teriyaki Marinade

Ingredients

• ½ cup (120 ml) soy sauce, preferably low-sodium
• ¼ cup (50 g) brown sugar, packed
• 2 tablespoons (30 ml) rice vinegar or mirin
• 2 teaspoons (10 ml) sesame oil
• 1-2 cloves garlic, minced (about 1 teaspoon)
• 1 teaspoon (5 g) grated fresh ginger or ½ teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 tablespoon (15 ml) honey or maple syrup (optional)
• A pinch of crushed red pepper flakes (optional)