Yum Yum Sauce
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Additional Time
2 hrs
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Total Time
2 hrs 5 mins
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Servings
20
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Calories
78 kcal
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Course
Condiments
Yum Yum Sauce
Description
Yum Yum Sauce is a creamy blend centered on mayonnaise enhanced by ketchup and melted butter. It incorporates Asian elements like mirin and rice vinegar to provide mild acidity and a subtle sweetness from sugar. The addition of paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder layers gentle spice and aroma without overwhelming the palate. Flavor develops further with optional additions of hot sauce or smoked paprika for warmth or earthiness. The sauce is mixed thoroughly and refrigerated for at least two hours, preferably overnight, allowing the flavors to meld and the texture to set. This chilled sauce holds well for up to a week and serves as a versatile accompaniment to grilled dishes, seafood, or salads where a creamy, tangy dip is desired.
Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise quality
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 1 tablespoon butter melted
- 1 tablespoon mirin
- 2 teaspoons rice vinegar
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 3/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1-2 tablespoons water , or until desired consistency is reached
- hot sauce or cayenne pepper, optional, for a touch of heat
- paprika smoked, small pinch, optional, for a hint of smokiness
Instructions
- Thoroughly combine all the ingredients in a small bowl, cover and chill for at least 2 hours before serving. Preferably overnight for best flavor results.Store in an airtight jar in the fridge where it will keep for up to a week.Makes 1 1/4 cups
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 20Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 78 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1tablespoon | |
| Calories | 78kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 6mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 86mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 5mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 41IU | 1% |
| Calcium | 1mg | 0% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.