Yum Yum Sauce

Name: Yum Yum Sauce (Hibachi-Style)
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 1 servings
Cuisine: Japanese-American
Ingredients: 1 cup mayonnaise; 2 tbsp butter, melted and cooled; 2 tbsp rice vinegar; 1 tbsp ketchup; 1 tsp soy sauce; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp onion powder; 2 tsp paprika; 4 tsp granulated sugar; 2-3 tbsp water; salt, to taste; black pepper, to taste

Yum Yum sauce is a five-minute creamy hibachi-style condiment made with mayo, butter, and warm spices. This versatile Japanese-American sauce works as a dip, dressing, or finishing sauce for grilled proteins and fried rice.

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Total

5 min

Servings

1

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$23–$38

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Ingredients

1 cup mayonnaise
2 tbsp butter, melted and cooled
2 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp ketchup
1 tsp soy sauce
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
2 tsp paprika
4 tsp granulated sugar
2-3 tbsp water
salt, to taste
black pepper, to taste

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Instructions

1
In a medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise, melted and cooled butter, rice vinegar, ketchup, soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and sugar.
2
Add 2 tablespoons of water to the bowl.
3
Whisk all ingredients together until the sauce is smooth and well combined.
4
If you prefer a thinner consistency, whisk in one additional tablespoon of water.
5
Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to your taste and whisk again to incorporate.
6
Serve immediately with hibachi-style dishes, or use as a dipping sauce or salad dressing.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Cool the melted butter completely before mixing to prevent the mayo from breaking or becoming grainy.
Whisk water in gradually—the sauce will thicken as it sits, so start with 2 tbsp and add more only if needed.
Toast or bloom the paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder in the warm butter for deeper flavor development before cooling.
Taste as you go: soy sauce saltiness varies by brand, so add half first, then adjust to prevent over-salting.

Substitutions

Rice vinegar → white vinegar or apple cider vinegar (use same amount; apple cider will add slight sweetness)
Ketchup → tomato paste mixed with a touch of sugar (use 1 tsp paste + 1 tsp water to match consistency)
Paprika → smoked paprika or cayenne (smoked adds depth; cayenne increases heat—start with 1 tsp)

Storage & make-ahead

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days; stir before each use as the sauce may separate slightly.

Common Questions

Can I make Yum Yum sauce without mayonnaise?

Mayo is the base and gives the sauce its creamy texture. Greek yogurt or sour cream can replace up to half the mayo for a tangier, lighter version, but the flavor and consistency will differ.