Go Back
–+ servings
Overhead view of homemade yum yum sauce in a white bowl

Yum Yum Sauce

5 from 2 votes
Author: Laurie Fleming
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Chill Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 10 Servings

Description

Creamy, sweet and tangy hibachi-style yum yum sauce made in 5 minutes with mayo, ketchup, butter, mirin and pantry spices. Perfect for shrimp, fried rice and fries.

Ingredients 

  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted and cooled
  • 1 tablespoon mirin
  • 2 teaspoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon sriracha, optional
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons cold water, plus more as needed

Instructions

  • Melt the butter and let it cool for 1 to 2 minutes.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk the mayonnaise, ketchup, cooled butter, mirin, rice vinegar, sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder and sriracha until smooth.
  • Whisk in the cold water until the sauce reaches a pourable consistency.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for the best flavor.
  • Stir and serve cold.

Equipment

  • Medium mixing bowl
  • Wire whisk
  • Small microwave-safe bowl (for melting the butter)
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons
  • Airtight container or glass jar with lid (for chilling and storage)

Notes

  • Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Do not freeze.
  • For a spicier sauce, use up to 2 teaspoons sriracha.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 172kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 0.3gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 12mgSodium: 175mgPotassium: 13mgFiber: 0.04gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 65IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 0.1mg