Whole30 Sweet Onion Teriyaki Sauce

Elevate your meals with this Whole30 Sweet Onion Teriyaki Sauce, a clean and flavorful alternative to traditional teriyaki sauce. Made with wholesome ingredients like caramelized yellow onion, naturally sweet medjool dates, and tangy apple cider vinegar, this sauce delivers the perfect balance of savory and sweet without added sugars or soy. Coconut aminos provide a rich umami flavor, while fresh ginger and garlic add aromatic depth. Thickened with a touch of arrowroot powder, this glossy, velvety sauce is ideal for drizzling over roasted vegetables, grilled proteins, or stir-fries. Whether you're following a Whole30 plan or just looking for a healthier teriyaki sauce, this easy, 25-minute recipe is sure to become a meal-prep favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 medium (approximately 200g) yellow onion
• 0.5 cup coconut aminos
• 0.25 cup water
• 4 whole (pitted) medjool dates
• 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon (grated) fresh ginger
• 2 cloves (minced) garlic
• 1 teaspoon arrowroot powder
• 1 tablespoon water (for arrowroot slurry)
• 0.5 teaspoon sesame oil (optional for flavor, omit for strict Whole30)

Directions

Step 1

Peel and finely dice the yellow onion.

Step 2

Heat a small saucepan over medium heat. If using sesame oil, add it to the pan and sauté the diced onion until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. If not using sesame oil, sauté the onion in a few tablespoons of water or broth.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the pan. Stir and cook for another 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.

Step 4

Pour in the coconut aminos, water, and apple cider vinegar. Stir well to combine.

Step 5

Add the pitted medjool dates to the saucepan. Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 10 minutes to soften the dates and allow the flavors to meld.

Step 6

Transfer the contents of the saucepan to a blender and blend on high until smooth. Be careful blending hot liquids; vent the blender lid slightly to release steam.

Step 7

Return the blended mixture to the saucepan over low heat. In a small bowl, mix the arrowroot powder and 1 tablespoon of water to create a slurry. Slowly stir the slurry into the saucepan to thicken the sauce.

Step 8

Simmer the sauce for another 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until thickened to your desired consistency.

Step 9

Remove the sauce from heat and let cool slightly. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed (e.g., additional coconut aminos for saltiness or apple cider vinegar for tang).

Step 10

Store the sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(507.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	502.5

Total Fat 2.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2140.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 118.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.1g	0%
Total Sugars 96.3g
Protein 3.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 118.0mg	0%
Iron 1.4mg	0%
Potassium 997.4mg	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: 4.6%

Protein: 2.7%

Carbs: 92.8%