Substitute Japanese Hon Mirin Sweet Rice Wine
A quick way to blend a reasonable substitute for mirin in japanese sauces and dishes.
Steps
Mix sugar and water and bring to a slight boil for a few minutes.
Remove from heat and allow to cool.
Add sake to the mixture a small bit at a time until the desired sweetness is achieved.
True hon-mirin is very expensive and difficult to obtain outside of japan.
While this shortcut does not have the full flavor and complexity of a true hon-mirin , it is an adequate substitute when used as a sweetener in certian japanese sauces such as teriyaki.
Ingredients
sake, white sugar, water