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Yum Yum Sauce
5 from 16 votes

Yum Yum Sauce

Yum Yum Sauce is a creamy condiment blending mayonnaise, tomato paste, vinegar, sugar, spices, and melted butter into a smooth, slightly tangy sauce with a light pink color. It’s often served alongside grilled or fried dishes to add a balanced richness and subtle smoky flavor.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
1 min
Total Time
6 mins
Servings: 8
Calories: 213 kcal
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: Japanese

Ingredients

  • 1 cup mayonnaise Look for Japanese mayo such as Kewpie if you can find it
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 teaspoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon butter melted
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons water or more if needed

Instructions

    Cup of Yum
  1. Place all of the ingredients in a medium bowl.
  2. Whisk until well combined. You can add more water, 1 teaspoon at a time, if needed to reach your desired consistency.
  3. Serve immediately, or transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for later use.

Notes

  • Tomato paste provides depth and the pink color; ketchup can substitute if unavailable.
  • Use Japanese mayonnaise like Kewpie for an authentic flavor, though regular mayo works as well.
  • Store the sauce refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Information

Calories 213kcal (11%) Carbohydrates 3g (1%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 22g (34%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Trans Fat 1g (50%) Cholesterol 16mg (5%) Sodium 215mg (9%) Potassium 43mg (1%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 169IU (3%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 5mg (1%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 213

% Daily Value*

Calories 213kcal 11%
Carbohydrates 3g 1%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 22g 34%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 16mg 5%
Sodium 215mg 9%
Potassium 43mg 1%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 169IU 3%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 5mg 1%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.