Description
Yum Yum Sauce is a creamy, slightly sweet, and tangy sauce that’s the perfect complement to grilled meats, seafood, and veggies. Often served in Japanese steakhouses, it’s a versatile dipping sauce that pairs well with everything from shrimp to fried rice. Make it at home with just a few ingredients for a delicious addition to your meal!
Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (or white vinegar)
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional, for added flavor)
- 1–2 teaspoons water (to thin, optional)
- Pinch of salt (to taste)
Instructions
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Combine the Ingredients:
In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, ketchup, rice vinegar, sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika (if using). -
Adjust the Consistency:
If the sauce is too thick, add 1-2 teaspoons of water to reach your desired consistency. Stir until smooth and creamy. -
Taste and Adjust:
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning as needed. Add more vinegar for extra tang, more sugar for sweetness, or more garlic powder for a bolder flavor. -
Refrigerate and Serve:
For the best flavor, refrigerate the sauce for at least 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld together. Serve with grilled shrimp, vegetables, rice, or use it as a dipping sauce for various appetizers.
Notes
- You can use low-fat mayonnaise for a lighter version of Yum Yum Sauce, but the texture and flavor may slightly differ.
- If you want to make this sauce spicier, add a dash of hot sauce or a pinch of cayenne pepper to taste.
- Yum Yum Sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 10mg