Teriyaki

Teriyaki is a popular Japanese cooking method where meat, fish, or vegetables are grilled or broiled with a sweet and savory glaze made from soy sauce, mirin, and sugar. The technique creates a glossy, caramelized coating that enhances the natural flavors of the main ingredient.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

Teriyaki dishes are typically moderate to high in protein from the main ingredient, but can also be high in carbohydrates and sodium due to the sugar and soy sauce in the glaze. A standard serving of teriyaki chicken, for example, often ranges from 300 to 500 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	350 kcal
Protein	25 g
Carbs	40 g
Fat	10 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	20 g
Sodium	900 mg
Potassium	450 mg
Iron	3 mg
Calcium	40 mg
Vitamin B6	0.5 mg
Vitamin B12	1.5 mcg
Niacin (B3)	8 mg
Phosphorus	250 mg
Magnesium	50 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, teriyaki exemplifies the Japanese principle of 'umami'—the fifth taste—through its savory soy sauce base, while its sweet glaze reflects the historical use of sugar as a luxury ingredient in Japan. Nutritionally, the method of grilling with a glaze can help retain moisture in lean proteins, making it a flavorful way to prepare healthier cuts of meat.