Description
Yum Yum Sauce is a creamy, tangy, and slightly spicy Japanese-inspired dipping sauce that perfectly complements grilled meats, seafood, and vegetables. This versatile sauce blends mayonnaise with ketchup, sriracha, and a mix of seasonings and vinegars to create a rich flavor that is both sweet and savory, making it a popular accompaniment for hibachi-style dishes and more.
Ingredients
Yum Yum Sauce Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon mirin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Combine Base Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup of mayonnaise and 3 tablespoons of ketchup until smooth and fully blended.
- Add Heat and Spice: Mix in 1 tablespoon of sriracha sauce, 1 teaspoon of paprika, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1/2 teaspoon onion powder to the bowl, stirring thoroughly to distribute the flavors evenly.
- Incorporate Vinegars: Pour in 1 tablespoon of rice vinegar and 1 tablespoon of mirin into the mixture. These add a subtle tanginess and sweetness that balance the sauce.
- Whisk Until Smooth: Continue mixing all ingredients briskly until the sauce is creamy and uniform in texture.
- Chill the Sauce: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. This resting time allows the flavors to meld together for a richer taste.
- Serve: After chilling, give the sauce a final stir and serve as a dip or drizzle over your favorite grilled dishes, vegetables, or sushi.
Notes
- You can adjust the spiciness by varying the amount of sriracha sauce according to your taste.
- Mirin can be substituted with a little sugar and more rice vinegar if unavailable.
- Store leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- The sauce thickens slightly after chilling; you can thin it with a teaspoon of water or more vinegar if needed.
- For a vegan version, replace mayonnaise with vegan mayo.
