Yum Yum Sauce Recipe (2024)

Yum Yum Sauce is a sweet and tangy mayo based condiment perfectly named for its undeniable yumminess! Now you can make this Japanese steak house condiment at home. This recipe is so easy and delicious, you’ll make sure there’s always some in your fridge.

We have a big time love affair with homemade sauces. Some others include our Homemade Teriyaki Sauce, Homemade Enchilada Sauce, and Homemade Ranch Dressing.

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What is Yum Yum Sauce?

You won’t likely find Yum Yum Sauce anywhere in Japan, but in North America every Japanese Hibachi restaurant has it. Hibachi is a cooking method, where meat, seafood, and/or fresh vegetables are seared on a super hot metal cooking surface. And there’s always some Yum Yum Sauce near by used as a condiment to go with your meal either for drizzling or dipping.

It is sold in stores, but this homemade Yum Yum Sauce is so much better and crazy easy to make.

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What’s in Yum Yum Sauce? Yum Yum Sauce ingredients are so simple, but deliver bold, sweet, and tangy flavor!

  • Mayonnaise: Mayo is the creamy base. I do not recommend subbing with plain Greek yogurt or sour cream. It’s just not the same.
  • Rice Vinegar: Has a mild, slightly sweet flavor and a wonderful tang. It’s a must.
  • Ketchup: Adds sweetness and tanginess. Some people add in tomato paste instead.
  • Sugar: Just a little sugar to balance out the acidity from the vinegar.
  • Paprika: you want to use sweet paprika, not the smokey variety.
  • Garlic Powder: For added flavor.
  • Unsalted Butter: Makes it rich and creamy. This is a key ingredient in Yum Yum, so don’t skip it.
  • Water: To thin out the sauce, so it’s not a paste.
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How to make Yum Yum Sauce

It’s another one of my favorite easy condiments to make. You simply whisk all ingredients together in a bowl until smooth, using only a small amount of water to start, and adding more as needed for desired consistency. Then lick it off the spoon. Just kidding. Maybe.

Proper Storage

The flavors deepen the longer all the ingredients are combined, so it’s best enjoyed the day after you make it…but we can never wait that long!

Any leftover sauce should be stored in a tightly sealed container or jar in the fridge. It will keep up to a week. You can easily cut the ingredients in half for a smaller batch and whip it up fresh every time, or alternatively, double the ingredients for a lot of sauce.

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How to Use Yum Yum

Stock this in your fridge because you’ll want to use it on everything. Here are some ideas:

  • A perfect dipping sauce for cooked, cold shrimp (sort of like shrimp co*cktail)
  • With sweet potato fries
  • Dollop on a baked potato
  • For dunking smashed potatoes
  • With baked chicken or skillet steak
  • Drizzled over sushi bowls
  • As a dip for fresh veggies
  • Great on a burger

Other Condiments We Love

  • Homemade Sweet Chili Sauce
  • Tzatziki Sauce
  • Remoulade Sauce

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Yum Yum Sauce

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Yum Yum Sauce is a sweet and tangy mayo based condiment perfectly named for it's undeniable yumminess! Now you can make this Japanese steak house at home.

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings: 10 (2 tablespoons per serving or 1 1/4 cups total)

Ingredients

  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter ,melted
  • 3 teaspoons rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2-3 tablespoons water

Instructions

  • Whisk all ingredients together in a medium bowl until smooth, using only 1 tablespoon of water to start, and adding more as needed for desired consistency.

  • Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving for best flavor.

  • Store leftover sauce in a tightly sealed container or jar in the fridge. It will keep for up to a week.

Nutrition

Calories: 169kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 170mg | Potassium: 21mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 163IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional information given is an automatic calculation and can vary based on the exact products you use and any changes you make to the recipe. If these numbers are very important to you, I would recommend calculating them yourself.

Other Notes

Course: Condiment

Cuisine: Asian

Keyword: Yum Yum Sauce, Yum Yum Sauce Recipe

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FAQs

What is yum yum sauce made of? ›

Yum Yum Sauce is made of mayonnaise, ketchup, vinegar, garlic, sugar, paprika and water to thin the sauce out. That's it! It's really just a matter of the right ratios of ingredients to get the flavor you want!

Is yum yum sauce just sriracha mayo? ›

Both spicy mayo and yum yum sauce have a mayonnaise base, but spicy mayo packs a lot more heat than yum yum sauce. Most spicy mayo is made with just two ingredients like the one I share here. Yum yum sauce is sweeter and less spicy as it uses ketchup or tomato paste, vinegar, garlic, sugar, and a little hot sauce.

What is hibachi sauce made of? ›

Simply combine all the ingredients in a blender: onion, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, lemon juice, honey, dark soy sauce, and black pepper. Pulse until it is to your preferred consistency. And that's it!

What to put yum yum sauce on? ›

Yum Yum Sauce is perfect for mixing with fried rice, using as a dipping sauce for shrimp or other proteins or fries, or use it as a topping on tacos!

What does Chinese yum yum sauce taste like? ›

An all-purpose sauce for everyday pleasure, yum yum sauce should taste balanced with savoriness, sweetness and a touch of acid and gosoham, the Korean word often used to describe the nuttiness of sesame oil.

What is yum yum sauce actually called? ›

Yum Yum Sauce (also known as White Sauce, Sakura Sauce, or Japanese Steakhouse Shrimp Sauce) has been commonly found in Japanese steakhouses for years. More recently, people have started to notice this sauce appearing in sushi restaurants as well.

Why is yum yum sauce so good? ›

The best yum yum sauce is more than just spicy mayo. It's nuanced. It's a delightfully creamy blend that balances the sweet with the salty and the spice.

Is yum yum sauce an American thing? ›

Yum Yum Sauce: The Making Of An American Condiment : The Salt Japanese steakhouses often serve a creamy orange-pink sauce alongside a steaming meal. Online, fans obsess over hacking the recipe for this "Japanese classic," but its roots are firmly American.

What is yum yum sauce compared to? ›

the ultra-simple mixture of ketchup and mayonnaise. that you can use as a dipping sauce for French fries. Yum Yum sauce could be viewed as the upgraded. version of fry sauce.

What do hibachi chefs squirt on food? ›

We asked our local hibachi chef and here is what is actually on the cart. The shakers are salt, pepper, sesame seeds, and garlic powder or garlic salt. The squirt bottles are sesame oil, soy sauce, and Japanese barbecue sauce (like Mr. Yoshido brand or the brand name “Japanese Barbecue Sauce”).

What is Yum Yum slang for? ›

interjection. (used to express enjoyment or satisfaction, especially in the taste of food.)

Do you refrigerate yum yum sauce? ›

Yes. Yumm! Sauce is a natural product made without preservatives, so refrigeration is required.

What is the difference between fry sauce and Yum Yum sauce? ›

The combination of ketchup and mayonnaise means it does share some mild similarities to fry sauce (a mixture of ketchup and mayo popular as a DIY condiment). Still, because you're using tomato paste rather than ketchup, it lacks the taste ketchup brings to the table.

Is Yum Yum sauce the same as mayo? ›

So, is yum yum sauce spicy mayo? Kind of. It is a mayo-based sauce but spicy mayo is usually just mayo and sriracha. Yum yum sauce includes more spices and flavorings.

Why is it called a Yum Yum? ›

The 'fried cakes' were brought to Scotland where they were greeted enthusiastically and named 'Yum Yums' as a result.

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