Yum Yum Sauce

Elevate your meals with the best homemade Yum Yum Sauce, a tangy and creamy Japanese steakhouse sauce that pairs perfectly with fried rice, veggies, chicken, and more. With its savory and sweet flavors and ready in just 5 minutes, it’s the easy and irresistible dipping sauce that will take your taste buds on a delicious journey.

You are in luck if you are a fan of this famous Japanese steakhouse sauce. Now you can make and enjoy this sauce at home. This homemade yum yum sauce recipe perfectly combines simple ingredients that make any dish stand out. Whether you are using it as a dipping sauce for shrimp, a garnish for fried rice, or even slathering it on a hamburger at your next bbq, the flavor profile is stupendous. 

This yummy sauce will hit your next get-together or weeknight dinner. It will be like dining at one of your favorite Japanese hibachi restaurants without ever having to leave your house. The best part? It is super simple to make, using only a few main ingredients you likely already have. 

Why You’ll Love Yum Yum Sauce

• Easy to Make: This delicious and easy yum yum sauce recipe is perfect for any night of the week. It’s straightforward to make and works as a sauce for almost anything. All it takes is a few minutes of prep time and about an hour in the fridge to allow the flavors to meld. 
• Simple Ingredients: Your homemade yum tum sauce can be made using basic ingredients you most likely already have in your fridge and pantry. This makes it perfect for any night of the week when you are craving this delicious mayo-based sauce. 
• Crowd-pleaser: If you want to create an amazing sauce that will impress a crowd, this recipe is perfect. Serve this at your next summer BBQ, potluck, get-together, or even picnic, and watch as people come back again and again to put a little more on their plates. You may have to double the recipe. 
• Versatile: This recipe is incredibly versatile. It can be served with pretty much everything and even made to be a bit sweeter or smokier. No matter what you choose, this delicious recipe is an absolute must-try. 

Ingredients

The full printable recipe card with measurements and instructions is found at the bottom of the post.

• Mayonnaise
• Ketchup 
• Melted butter
• Rice vinegar
• Garlic powder
• Smoked paprika
• Onion powder
• Water
• Granulated sugar

How to Make Yum Yum Sauce

• Step One: Add all ingredients and mix well using a fork in a small mixing bowl (like a cereal bowl size). Blend until all ingredients are fully incorporated. Add more water as needed (start with two tablespoons and add ½ tablespoon more as needed) until the sauce has reached a smooth and thick consistency. 
• Step Two: Cover and place inside the refrigerator for 1 hour to chill before serving. Serve over your favorite hibachi dinners, stir fryer, or fried rice. 

Equipment Needed

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• Small mixing bowl 
• Fork 
• Measuring spoons

What to Serve with Yum Yum Sauce

• Shrimp 
• Grilled chicken
• Grilled steak 
• Seafood 
• Hamburgers 
• Hot dogs
• French fries
• Sweet potato fries
• Grilled seafood 
• Potstickers
• Wontons 
• Onion rings
• Vegetables 
• Pasta salad
• Potato salad 
• Salad 
• Baked potatoes

Variations and Substitutions

• Seasoning Variations: This sauce is extremely versatile. You can add more or less of any seasoning as you see fit. Just taste your sauce as you go along to ensure it fits the flavor profile you are looking for. 
• Spicier Variation: If you love a little more spice in your yum yum sauce, consider adding in some hot sauce, cayenne pepper, or even some spicy ketchup. This will create a spicy yum yum sauce that will surely provide the kick you want. 
• Sweeter Variation: Want a sweet sauce? Increase the amount of sugar that you use in the base. This will create a sweet flavor profile for this authentic yum yum sauce. 
• Tangier Variation: Add some extra vinegar into the recipe to increase this sauce’s tangy flavor. It will add a zip to the sauce and create some delicious layers of flavor. 
• Rice Vinegar Substitution: If you don’t have any rice vinegar on hand, you can easily use apple cider vinegar in its place. It is the closest match to rice vinegar’s flavor profile and will help keep the sauce’s tangy properties.
• Mayo Substitutions: It is possible to substitute the mayonnaise in this recipe for a vegan mayo to ensure the sauce is vegan-friendly. Just ensure all the other ingredients in your sauce are vegan.

Storage Instructions

Looking for a great way to store your yum yum sauce? Simply place it in an airtight jar or container in the fridge for up to two weeks. It will stay fresh as long as it is stored properly. Remember, though, this is a mayo-based sauce, so you want to store it properly. 

Can I Freeze?

It is not recommended that you freeze your homemade sauce. Mayonnaise-based sauces do not freeze well; the ingredients can separate as they thaw. 

Recipe Tips and Tricks

• Chill in the Fridge: Allow your delicious sauce to chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving. This will give you the best flavor results, as it allows everything to come together. 
• Double the Recipe: This recipe can easily be doubled for a large gathering. You will want to ensure you have some in your refrigerator for another day of delicious eating. Double the ingredients and create a larger sauce; you will need it. 
• Get Creative: Consider this recipe a base for you to get creative. You can add or swap a few ingredients to make this Yum Yum Sauce your own. Experimenting with this sauce is a great idea, as you can create any flavor profile you desire. 
• Try it with Different Dishes: You can use this type of sauce in many different recipes. Whether you use it as a seafood sauce, on hibachi fried rice, as one of your favorite dips, or as a fry sauce, the sky is the limit. 

What is Yum Yum Sauce?

Yum Yum sauce is popular at Japanese restaurants and hibachi grills. This tangy sauce is an absolute game-changer when elevating all your favorite dishes. Sometimes called sakura sauce or white sauce, this recipe became popular in Japanese teppanyaki restaurants in Canada and the United States. 

What Does It Taste Like?

Yum Yum sauce is a creamy sauce with a mayo base. It combines a light tangy, and sweet flavor to make a delicious sauce with hints of garlic and onion. 

Can I Make Ahead?

Absolutely. You can make large batches of this amazing sauce ahead of time. It lasts approximately two weeks in the fridge, making it perfect for meal prep. 

Recipes to Serve with Yum Yum Sauce

• Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp
• Honey Sriracha Chicken
• Seafood Pizza
• Peanuts Salmon Steak

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