Best Hibachi Sauce Recipe (Yum Yum Sauce)
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Best Hibachi Sauce Recipe (Yum Yum Sauce)
Description
The Best Hibachi Sauce Recipe (Yum Yum Sauce) is made by mixing a base of mayonnaise with a touch of rice vinegar and granulated sugar to provide tang and subtle sweetness. Melted butter and ketchup are added for richness and depth, and garlic powder and smoked paprika give a smoky and aromatic touch. Finishing with kosher salt and black pepper balances the flavors, while heavy cream or water adjusts the texture for easy drizzling.
The sauce is best when chilled for a couple of hours, allowing the flavors to integrate and develop a smooth, creamy consistency. It carries a balance of creamy, tangy, and slightly smoky notes, pairing well with grilled meats, seafood, fried rice, and vegetables, typical of Hibachi-style dishes.
You can use variations like different vinegars or sugar substitutes to adjust according to diet preferences. The sauce acts well as a dip or drizzle and is a common accompaniment to Japanese-American Hibachi meals.
Store this sauce in an airtight container refrigerated up to two weeks. Avoid freezing as it can affect texture. Consider adding spices like Sriracha or cayenne to introduce heat if preferred.
Ingredients
- ½ cup mayonnaise my favorite is Avocado mayo
- ½ tablespoon rice vinegar or Mirin
- ½ tablespoon granulated sugar replace with Monk fruit for keto
- ½ tablespoon butter melted
- 2 teaspoons ketchup use sugar free for keto
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- heavy pinch kosher salt
- pinch black pepper
- 2-3 teaspoons heavy cream for thinning (or use water)
Instructions
- Mix together all ingredients except cream n a medium bowl until smooth.
- Slowly stir in a little cream at a time until pouring or drizzling consistency is reached. Chill for 2 hours for best results.
Notes
- Store sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks; avoid freezing to maintain texture.
- Substitute rice vinegar with apple cider vinegar or Mirin for flavor variation.
- Use monk fruit or other sugar replacements for a keto-friendly version.
- Add a splash of Sriracha, cayenne, or chili powder to add heat.
- Use as a drizzle or dip for Hibachi-style meats, seafood, fried rice, and vegetables.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 10servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 39 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1tablespoon | |
| Calories | 39kcal | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.1g | 0% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 0.03g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 4mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 107mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 11mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.1g | 0% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 94IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 2mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0.1mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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