Kikkoman Teriyaki Marinade

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Is Kikkoman Teriyaki Marinade healthy?

Kikkoman Teriyaki Marinade scores 65/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This teriyaki marinade is a processed product with a moderate level of processing.

How processed is Kikkoman Teriyaki Marinade?

Kikkoman Teriyaki Marinade is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Kikkoman Teriyaki Marinade's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Garlic Powder counts in its favor; Sugar is flagged as an ingredient of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Kikkoman Teriyaki Marinade

Kikkoman
65 Fair

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 1
Category Condiments
Summary

This teriyaki marinade is a processed product with a moderate level of processing. It contains refined sugar, which contributes to its sweetness but offers no nutritional benefits and can lead to health issues if consumed excessively. The ingredient list is relatively clean with only one additive, but the presence of sugar and the processing level limit its healthiness.

Key ingredients 12

Garlic Powder
Good

Concentrated whole-food seasoning.

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Soy Sauce
Neutral

Traditional fermented condiment made from water, soybeans, wheat, and salt, adding savory depth.

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Water
Neutral

Used as a primary solvent and base liquid to adjust consistency.

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Soybeans
Neutral

Standard plant protein source used in traditional fermentation processes.

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Wheat
Neutral

Traditional grain used alongside soybeans in fermentation, contains gluten.

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Salt
Neutral

Standard culinary salt used for preservation, flavor enhancement, and seasoning.

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Wine
Neutral

Added for depth of flavor and acidity in the marinade.

Sulphur Dioxide
Neutral

Common preservative used to maintain freshness and prevent oxidation in wine and fermented ingredients.

Spirit Vinegar
Neutral

Provides acidity and tanginess to balance the savory and sweet flavor profile.

Spice Extracts
Neutral

Concentrated plant extracts used for flavor enhancement.

Onion Powder
Neutral

Dehydrated onion used for savory background flavor.

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Sugar
Bad

Refined added sugar.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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