Paleo Sweet Onion Teriyaki Sauce

Elevate your paleo cooking with this irresistibly flavorful Sweet Onion Teriyaki Sauce, a wholesome, homemade alternative to store-bought condiments. Crafted with nutrient-rich coconut aminos, raw honey, and fresh aromatics like garlic, ginger, and sweet onion, this recipe delivers that coveted sweet-and-savory teriyaki flavor without soy or refined sugars. Thickened naturally with arrowroot powder and optionally enriched with a hint of sesame oil, this velvety sauce is perfect for drizzling over grilled meats, roasted veggies, or stir-fry dishes. Ready in just 15 minutes, this paleo-friendly teriyaki sauce is a must-have for adding bold, Asian-inspired flair to your favorite meals. Plus, it's made with clean, simple ingredients—perfect for those following gluten-free or dairy-free diets!

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup Coconut aminos
• 0.25 cup Water
• 0.5 medium (finely chopped) Sweet onion
• 2 tablespoons Raw honey
• 2 cloves (minced) Fresh garlic
• 1 teaspoon (grated) Fresh ginger
• 1 tablespoon Arrowroot powder
• 2 tablespoons Cold water
• 0.5 teaspoon Sesame oil (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a small saucepan, combine the coconut aminos, 1/4 cup water, finely chopped sweet onion, raw honey, minced garlic, and grated ginger.

Step 2

Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to combine the flavors. Let it simmer for 5-7 minutes until the onions soften and the sauce becomes fragrant.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix the arrowroot powder with 2 tablespoons of cold water to create a slurry.

Step 4

Slowly pour the arrowroot slurry into the saucepan while whisking continuously. This will help thicken the sauce.

Step 5

Continue to cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce reaches your desired thickness.

Step 6

If desired, stir in the sesame oil for an extra layer of flavor before removing the saucepan from heat.

Step 7

Allow the sauce to cool slightly before blending if you prefer a smooth teriyaki sauce. Use an immersion blender or transfer the sauce to a blender to blend until smooth.

Step 8

Taste and adjust sweetness or seasoning if necessary. Serve immediately or let the sauce cool and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(439.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	466.1

Total Fat 2.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4265.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 96.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.4g	0%
Total Sugars 79.8g
Protein 1.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 30.9mg	0%
Iron 0.4mg	0%
Potassium 114.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 5.1%

Protein: 1.1%

Carbs: 93.9%