Teriyaki Marinade

• 1/4 cup water
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 3 tablespoons soy (or tamari or shoyu) sauce
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1/8 teaspoon ground pepper
• 1 clove garlic, finely chopped

Mix all ingredients in shallow dish.