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23 Recipes Using Teriyaki Sauce

Teriyaki is one of the most delicious and versatile condiments! We love putting it on grilled meat, fish, and seafood. This recipe collection is going to give you ideas for delicious recipes you can make using teriyaki, and there’s something for everyone inside.

Teriyaki sauce, a blend of soy sauce, sake (or mirin), and sugar, forms the cornerstone of various dishes, infusing them with a balance of sweet and savory flavors that’s hard to resist. This traditional Japanese sauce has crossed oceans and borders, finding its way into the heart of global cuisine. Its versatility allows it to be used in a myriad of ways, from marinating to glazing, offering a distinctive taste that enhances the flavor of the ingredients it’s paired with.

From the smoky goodness of a Traeger grill to the charred perfection achievable on a gas griddle, teriyaki sauce becomes the unifying element in a variety of cooking methods. Each of these recipes was chosen because they bring out a unique facet of teriyaki sauce.

Beyond the more common chicken and beef options, this post dives into the world of seafood and jerky, showcasing recipes like Traeger Teriyaki Smoked Shrimp and Smoked Bachan’s Beef Jerky. These dishes exemplify how teriyaki sauce can cater to a range of tastes and preferences, offering something for everyone.

Homemade Teriyaki Sauce

Teriyaki Sauce

Homemade Teriyaki Sauce Recipe. Photo Credit: Or Whatever You Do

Why buy it at the store when it is so easy to make at home? Our Homemade Teriyaki Sauce recipe brings a rich blend of flavors, combining sweet, salty, and umami notes into a versatile sauce you will want to pour on just about everything. Keep a jar of this in the fridge. You won’t be sorry!

Get the recipe: Homemade Teriyaki Sauce

Grilled Teriyaki Pork Chops

Grilled Teriyaki Pork Chops. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

Grilled Teriyaki Pork Chops combine the sweet and savory flavors of teriyaki sauce with the smoky, grilled taste of pork. This dish is ideal for those who love the combination of Asian-inspired flavors with the classic technique of grilling.
Get the Recipe: Grilled Teriyaki Pork Chops

Blackstone Teriyaki Shrimp Kabobs

Blackstone Teriyaki Shrimp Kabobs. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

A quick and delicious meal option, these teriyaki shrimp kabobs are cooked on a Blackstone, offering a perfect balance of sweet and savory. If you don’t have a griddle these can also be cooked on the grill or even in an air fryer.
Get the Recipe: Blackstone Teriyaki Shrimp Kabobs

Blackstone Chicken Teriyaki

Blackstone Chicken Teriyaki. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

A savory and sweet chicken teriyaki dish, cooked on a Blackstone griddle for a perfectly caramelized exterior, ideal for a quick and delicious meal.
Get the Recipe: Blackstone Chicken Teriyaki

Smoked Teriyaki Beef Jerky

Smoked Teriyaki Beef Jerky. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

This recipe takes the classic beef jerky and elevates it with a teriyaki twist and smoky flavor. It’s perfect for snack lovers and those who enjoy homemade jerky with a unique taste.
Get the Recipe: Smoked Teriyaki Beef Jerky

Traeger Chicken Teriyaki

Traeger Chicken Teriyaki. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

A classic chicken teriyaki recipe cooked on a Traeger to add a smoky dimension to the sweet and savory flavors. It’s a great option for a simple yet delicious meal.
Get the Recipe: Traeger Chicken Teriyaki

Grilled Teriyaki Salmon

Grilled Teriyaki Salmon. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

A sweet and tangy teriyaki salmon recipe, perfect for grilling. This dish offers a delightful balance of flavors, ideal for those who enjoy Asian-inspired cuisine.
Get the Recipe: Grilled Teriyaki Salmon

Teriyaki Smoked Salmon

Teriyaki Smoked Salmon. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

Combining the rich flavors of teriyaki with the technique of smoking, this salmon recipe offers a unique and delicious way to enjoy smoked fish.
Get the Recipe: Teriyaki Smoked Salmon

Blackstone Beef Teriyaki

Blackstone Beef Teriyaki. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

This recipe transforms classic beef teriyaki into a dish perfect for Blackstone griddle cooking. It’s a blend of sweet and savory flavors, offering a quick and delicious way to enjoy a popular favorite.
Get the Recipe: Blackstone Beef Teriyaki

Bachan’s Smoked Flank Steak

Bachan’s Smoked Flank Steak. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

Bachan’s Smoked Flank Steak is a savory, smoky dish that highlights the tenderness of flank steak. The smoking process infuses the meat with a rich flavor, making it a great main dish for steak lovers. This recipe is perfect for those who appreciate a simple yet flavorful approach to steak, with the smoking adding an extra layer of taste.
Get the Recipe: Bachan’s Smoked Flank Steak

Smoked Bachan’s Beef Short Ribs

Smoked Bachan’s Beef Short Ribs. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

These smoked Bachan’s beef short ribs are tender, flavorful, and infused with a smoky essence. This recipe is perfect for those who appreciate the depth of flavor that smoking brings to meat, especially in a rich cut like short ribs.
Get the Recipe: Smoked Bachan’s Beef Short Ribs

Smoked Bachan’s Beef Jerky

Smoked Bachan’s Beef Jerky. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

This smoked beef jerky recipe takes homemade jerky to a new level with the addition of Bachan’s sauce and a smoky flavor. It’s an ideal snack for those who love a savory, smoky treat, with the smoking process adding depth to the beef’s natural flavors.
Get the Recipe: Smoked Bachan’s Beef Jerky

Traeger Teriyaki Smoked Shrimp

Traeger Teriyaki Smoked Shrimp. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

A delightful blend of smoky and sweet, this recipe elevates shrimp with a teriyaki twist, promising a memorable dish that’s both easy to prepare and irresistibly flavorful.
Get the Recipe: Traeger Teriyaki Smoked Shrimp

Instant Pot Pork Tenderloin Teriyaki

Instant Pot Pork Tenderloin Teriyaki. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

This recipe transforms pork tenderloin into a tender, teriyaki-flavored delight, utilizing the convenience of the Instant Pot to make a dish that’s both quick and delectable.
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Pork Tenderloin Teriyaki

Spicy Grilled Chicken Teriyaki

Spicy Grilled Chicken Teriyaki. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

Adding a kick to the classic teriyaki, this grilled chicken recipe offers a perfect balance of spicy and sweet, ideal for those looking to spice up their mealtime.
Get the Recipe: Spicy Grilled Chicken Teriyaki

Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowl

Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowl. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

This easy-to-make dish combines the savory flavors of teriyaki chicken with the simplicity of a rice bowl, making it a quick, delicious option for any day of the week.
Get the Recipe: Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowl

Grilled Hawaiian Chicken

Grilled Hawaiian Chicken. Photo credit: Running To The Kitchen.

This grilled Hawaiian chicken is stuffed with ham, fresh pineapple and melted smoked cheese with a sticky sweet teriyaki glaze.
Get the Recipe: Grilled Hawaiian Chicken

Pineapple Teriyaki Chicken Sheet Pan Recipe

Pineapple Teriyaki Chicken Sheet Pan Recipe. Photo credit: The Creative Bite.

A convenient and flavorful sheet pan dinner featuring teriyaki chicken and pineapple. It’s perfect for an easy and delicious family meal.
Get the Recipe: Pineapple Teriyaki Chicken Sheet Pan Recipe

Teriyaki Chicken Kabobs

Teriyaki Chicken Kabobs. Photo credit: The Creative Bite.

A flavorful and easy-to-make dish, these teriyaki chicken kabobs are perfect for grilling season. The teriyaki marinade provides a savory and slightly sweet flavor, making them a hit at any cookout or family dinner.
Get the Recipe: Teriyaki Chicken Kabobs

Blackstone Teriyaki Meatballs

Blackstone Teriyaki Meatballs. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

The Blackstone Teriyaki Meatballs recipe combines the juicy taste of meatballs with the sweet and savory flavors of teriyaki. Cooked on a Blackstone griddle, the meatballs acquire a delightful outer sear while staying tender inside. This dish is ideal for those who enjoy Asian-inspired flavors in a familiar, easy-to-eat format.
Get the Recipe: Blackstone Teriyaki Meatballs

Blackstone Steak Yakisoba

Blackstone Steak Yakisoba

Blackstone Steak Yakisoba Recipe. Photo Credit: Or Whatever You Do

Our incredible Steak Yakisoba is so easy to throw together! We cook it on our griddle, and you can make a giant batch in no time. It’ll be delicious for you and your whole family. Meal prep is a breeze with this simple recipe!

Get the recipe: Blackstone Steak Yakisoba

Blackstone Pork Chops

Blackstone Pork Chops Recipe. Photo Credit: Or Whatever You Do

In our easy Blackstone Pork Chops recipe, we’re going to walk you through not only the perfect homemade marinade but also how to make sure your pork chops do not resemble the pork chops you probably had while you were growing up, but they are juicy, tender, and delicious.

Get the recipe: Blackstone Pork Chops

Blackstone Pineapple Chicken

Blackstone Pineapple Chicken Recipe. Photo Credit: Or Whatever You Do

Fire up your griddle because today we are making a flavorful and easy Pineapple Chicken Recipe on the griddle! We use Bachan’s for this, but could easily sub in our homemade teriyaki sauce instead!

Get the recipe: Blackstone Pineapple Chicken