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.

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.

Yum Yum Sauce recipe

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.

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.

How to Use Yum Yum

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

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.

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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

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!

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What is in the Yumm sauce? ›

Yum Yum sauce is made up of mayo, ketchup, and vinegar, whereas this Cafe Yumm sauce is a vegan and gluten-free sauce that's made up of chickpeas, almond flour, and nutritional yeast.

What is yum yum seasoning made of? ›

Yum Yum seasoning typically contains a blend of spices, including garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and sometimes sugar or other sweeteners. Some variations may also include salt, pepper, and other savory herbs and spices.

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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!

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What is yum yum sauce actually called? ›

White sauce (a deceptive moniker), shrimp sauce, yummy sauce, yum yum sauce — are all used interchangeably.

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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.

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Does yum yum sauce contain mayo? ›

This Japanese steakhouse yum yum sauce, or white sauce, is a mayonnaise-based sauce that's creamy and delicious. Perfect for dipping or drizzling.

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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.

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What is Yum Yum mix? ›

A 2-2-2 organic fertilizer formulated in New Mexico for alkaline, nutrient-poor Western soils like ours in Colorado. It is made from alfalfa meal, cottonseed meal, kelp meal, rock dust, greensand and soft rock phosphate. It feeds the plants and the beneficial microbes that feed the plants.

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What is Chinese yum yum? ›

'Yum Yum' in Chinese cooking is less about a specific dish and more about an emotive description of the sensory pleasure derived from consuming a well-prepared meal. It encompasses the gastronomic delight experienced through the exquisite balance of flavors, textures, and aromas that define Chinese cuisine.

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What is an example of Yum Yum? ›

used for saying that food tastes or smells very good : After the party games there was some delicious food. Yum yum! We love pizza!

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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.

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Does yum yum sauce go bad if left out? ›

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

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What do hibachi chefs squirt on rice? ›

What Seasonings Do They Use At Hibachi? 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.

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.

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