Description

Yum Yum Sauce is a creamy, tangy, and slightly sweet condiment perfect for dipping or drizzling over grilled meats, seafood, vegetables, and rice dishes. This easy-to-make sauce combines mayonnaise, ketchup, and seasonings to create a flavorful accompaniment that’s popular in hibachi-style cooking and versatile for many meals.

Ingredients

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Yum Yum Sauce Ingredients

1 Cup Mayonnaise
2 Tablespoons Ketchup
1 Tablespoon Granulated Sugar
1/2 Tablespoon Paprika
2 teaspoons Rice Vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
2 teaspoons Garlic Powder
1 to 4 Tablespoons Water (as needed)

Instructions

Combine Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, ketchup, granulated sugar, paprika, rice vinegar, and garlic powder until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
Adjust Consistency: Start by adding 1 tablespoon of water to the sauce, whisking to incorporate. Add more water, up to 4 tablespoons total, as needed to reach your desired sauce consistency.
Chill the Sauce: Refrigerate the sauce for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld and develop fully.
Storage: Store any leftover sauce in a tightly sealed container or jar in the refrigerator for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.

Notes

You can substitute apple cider vinegar for rice vinegar if preferred.
The amount of water can be adjusted depending on how thick or thin you want the sauce.
For a spicier variation, consider adding a pinch of cayenne pepper or hot sauce.
This sauce pairs exceptionally well with grilled chicken, seafood, and vegetable dishes.
Make sure to refrigerate for the best flavor development before serving.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Sauce
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Yum Yum Sauce, Japanese style sauce, hibachi sauce, dipping sauce, creamy sauce, mayonnaise sauce, easy sauce recipe