This marinade is inspired by the flavor profile of a popular store-bought classic but elevated with fresher, brighter ingredients. The sweetness of pineapple juice, richness of soy sauce, and warmth of ginger and garlic come together in a way that feels both familiar and refreshingly new. Perfect for grilling nights or quick weekday meals, it transforms simple proteins into restaurant-worthy dishes with ease, proving that homemade always tastes better.

Homemade Pineapple Teriyaki Marinade

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Servings

cup

Prep time

minutes

Total time

minutes

A fresh, flavorful pineapple teriyaki marinade with pineapple juice, soy sauce, honey, garlic, and ginger. Inspired by a classic mix but brighter and better, it’s perfect for marinating meats, seafood, or tofu and can also be simmered into a glaze.

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Ingredients

½ cup Fresh Pineapple Juice
½ cup Soy Sauce
2 tbsp Honey
1 tbsp Rice Vinegar
1 tbsp Ketchup
2 cloves Garlic (minced)
1 tbsp Freshly Grated Ginger
½ tsp Onion Powder
¼ tsp Red Pepper Flakes

Directions

Combine all the ingredients in a large mixing bowl.
Use a whisk to mix everything until perfectly incorporated.
Use as needed or store the unused marinade in a tight-fitting glass jar until required.

Notes

Use as a marinade for chicken, beef, pork, tofu, or seafood. Marinate for 30 minutes to 4 hours, adjusting sweetness with more honey or heat with extra chili flakes.
After marinating, simmer the leftover marinade in a saucepan for a glossy sauce or glaze.
Store unused marinade in a sealed jar in the refrigerator for up to 5–7 days.