Substitute Japanese Hon Mirin Sweet Rice Wine

Discover an easy and flavorful way to make your own substitute for Japanese Hon Mirin with this quick and budget-friendly recipe! Combining simple pantry staples like dry white wine or sake, granulated sugar, soy sauce, and water, this homemade alternative delivers the sweetness and mild umami flavor that Hon Mirin brings to traditional Japanese dishes. Ready in just five minutes, this syrupy blend is perfect for enhancing teriyaki sauces, glazes, marinades, and delicate broths. Best of all, it’s an accessible and versatile option for anyone looking to replicate authentic Japanese cooking without a trip to a specialty store. Experience the rich depth of flavor this Hon Mirin substitute provides while keeping your recipes authentic and delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

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Prep Time:2 mins

Cook Time:3 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

4 tablespoons dry white wine or sake
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon water

Directions

Step 1

In a small saucepan, combine 4 tablespoons of dry white wine or sake, 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon of soy sauce, and 1 teaspoon of water.

Step 2

Place the saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly to dissolve the sugar completely.

Step 3

Allow the mixture to simmer gently for 2-3 minutes, reducing slightly to develop a syrupy texture.

Step 4

Remove the saucepan from heat and let the mixture cool to room temperature.

Step 5

Use the homemade substitute immediately or store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(83.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	99.3

Total Fat 0.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 207.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 14.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g	0%
Total Sugars 13.1g
Protein 0.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 5.6mg	0%
Iron 0.2mg	0%
Potassium 61.6mg	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: 0.0%

Protein: 4.0%

Carbs: 96.0%