What is yum yum sauce made of?

Yum Yum Sauce is made of mayonnaise, ketchup, vinegar, garlic, sugar, paprika and water to thin the sauce out . That's it! It's really just a matter of the right ratios of ingredients to get the flavor you want!

What are the ingredients in Yumm sauce?

Ingredients: Canola Oil, Water, Almonds, Nutritional Yeast (Dried Yeast, Vitamins [B-1, B-2, B-3, B-6, B-9 and B-12]), Garbanzo Beans, Soy Lecithin, Lemon Juice, Ascorbic Acid, Soybeans, Salt, Garlic, Herbs.

What is good to eat with yum yum sauce?

Slather it on a burger, use it as a dipping sauce for fried tofu, French fries and pizza crusts, or even as a salad dressing for crunchy iceberg, romaine or Little Gem lettuce .

Why is yum yum sauce so good?

It's the perfect amount of sweet and tangy (almost like a deviled egg) and it is so thick and creamy . It coats shrimp like a dream. But it also has a bit of a Thousand Island dressing quality, so you can and should also use it on a burger or to dress a salad.

What is the same as yum yum sauce?

Almost every teppanyaki restaurant will serve it, though its name differs depending on whom you talk to. White sauce (a deceptive moniker), shrimp sauce , yummy sauce, yum yum sauce — are all used interchangeably.

What is yum yum sauce actually called?

Yum Yum Sauce, also called Hibachi Sauce, Pink Sauce, White Sauce, Sakura Sauce, Seafood Sauce, or Japanese Shrimp Sauce , is a popular accompaniment served at Japanese Hibachi Steakhouses.

Does yum yum sauce contain mayo?

INGREDIENTS: MAYONNAISE (soybean oil, distilled vinegar, egg yolk, high fructose corn syrup, contains less than 2% of salt, water, mustard seed, calcium disodium edta (to protect flavor.)

How long does yum sauce last?

The “Enjoy By” date listed on our jars and bottles is 6 months from the date of production. We typically ship products with a shelf life that ranges from 2-4 months .

Is yum yum sauce the same as mayo?

So, is yum yum sauce spicy mayo? Kind of. It is a mayo-based sauce but spicy mayo is usually just mayo and sriracha . Yum yum sauce includes more spices and flavorings.

What does Yum Yum mean in slang?

interjection. ( used to express enjoyment or satisfaction, especially in the taste of food .)

Does yum yum sauce go bad?

The “Enjoy By” date listed on our jars and bottles is 6 months from the date of production. We typically ship products with a shelf life that ranges from 2-4 months.

Why is it called Yum Yum?

The 'fried cakes' were brought to Scotland where they were greeted enthusiastically and named 'Yum Yums' as a result.

Is spicy mayo like yum yum sauce?

Both spicy mayo and yum yum sauce have a mayonnaise base, but spicy mayo packs a lot more heat than yum yum sauce . Most spicy mayo is made with just two ingredients like the one I share here. Yum yum sauce is sweeter and less spicy as it uses ketchup or tomato paste, vinegar, garlic, sugar, and a little hot sauce.

Is yum yum sauce good on pizza?

Well, ever try it as a pizza base?! GET ON IT!!! I baked a batch of Scotty's everyday pizza crust and topped it with yum yum sauce , shredded cheese, pepperoni, bacon crumbles, sausage, black olives, mushrooms, and jalapeños!

Is yum yum sauce just spicy mayo?

Both spicy mayo and yum yum sauce have a mayonnaise base, but spicy mayo packs a lot more heat than yum yum sauce . Most spicy mayo is made with just two ingredients like the one I share here. Yum yum sauce is sweeter and less spicy as it uses ketchup or tomato paste, vinegar, garlic, sugar, and a little hot sauce.

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This Yum Yum Sauce Recipe needs only 7 ingredients and 5 minutes! You'll have this delicious healthy copycat Japanese steak, chicken, and shrimp sauce in not time - all with simple common ingredients found in your pantry! Use on fried rice, chicken, pork, seafood, beef, vegetables, burgers, fries, and more.

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Why You'll Love This Easy Yum Yum Sauce Recipe

"This is the tasty light orange colored sauce you see served at Japanese steakhouse restaurants. You'll be happy to know this is SUPER easy to make and it's much healthier (and cheaper) than the store-bought or restaurant versions." 🙂 -Kori

It's quick and simple. This copycat famous Japanese steakhouse sauce is the perfect condiment or dipping sauce that's ready in five minutes. Simply throw the 7 ingredients in a bowl, then mix it up. I know, right? It's that simple. 😉

Inexpensive. My family loves yum yum sauce (although they call it shrimp sauce or that orange sauce)! I tried a couple of store-bought brands, and they tasted good, but I felt like they were overpriced and that I could make it healthier.

Healthy and Sugar Free Yum Yum Sauce

This homemade japanese steak sauce is so much better for you than the store-bought versions. You can feel good about serving your family!

Depending upon what type of mayonnaise and ketchup you use, this can easily be made into gluten-free, low carb, vegan, vegetarian, dairy free, and sugar free sauce.
Make Sugar Free Yum Yum Sauce: no added sugar is used in this recipe. Use sugar-free ketchup and double-check that your chosen mayo contains no sugars.
No dairy is used in this recipe
Vegan Yum Yum Sauce: use a vegan-friendly mayonnaise such as Just Mayo, Vegenaise, Hellman's Vegan Mayo, and Chosen Foods Mayo. Double-check the ketchup to make sure it is vegan as well.
Keto Yum Yum Sauce: Use a sugar-free ketchup and a keto-approved mayonnaise such as Primal Kitchen Avocado Oil Mayo, Chosen Foods Keto Mayo, Sir Kensington Avocado Oil mayo.

What Is Yum Yum Sauce?

Yum yum sauce is that delicious light orange-colored sauce served with your hibachi-style meats, vegetables, and rice at Japanese steakhouses.

It is mayonnaise-based, creamy, slightly sweet, has a slight tang, and often has a small hint of spicy heat to it. It is also commonly called Japanese steakhouse sauce, sakura sauce, white sauce, or even shrimp sauce.

Yum Yum Sauce Ingredients

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Here are the ingredients you will need to make this recipe:

See the recipe card for exact quantities.

Mayonnaise - Use any favorite mayonnaise. Feel free to use any mayonnaise that will work with your dietary requirements (keto, vegan, dairy-free, sugar free, etc)
Ketchup - Use any favorite ketchup. Be sure to use sugar-free if following a sugar free diet or keto.
Apple Cider Vinegar or Rice Vinegar - Either one of these kinds of vinegar will work great in this recipe. Use what you have on hand.
Paprika - Use regular paprika or even smoked paprika to give it a smoky flavor.
Garlic Powder
Dry Mustard Powder
Cayenne Pepper - is used for its spiciness. Reduce or increase to your taste preferences.

How To Make Yum Yum Sauce

Here's how to make this recipe:

For complete instructions, please see the printable recipe card below.

Mix All Ingredients

Add all ingredients to a small bowl.

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Stir until blended.

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Serve and Store

Serve over your favorite Asian recipe - chicken, beef, pork, seafood, stir fry vegetables, and fried rice. The image below features our Salmon Teriyaki Bowl.

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Store in an airtight jar or container in your refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Ways To Use This Easy Yum Yum Sauce Recipe

Use it as a sauce on chicken, seafood, beef, and pork.
Use it as a condiment over fried rice, stir-fried vegetables, or hibachi vegetables.
Use it as a salad dressing.
Use it on sandwiches, burgers, and hot dogs.
Serve it over your favorite Asian dishes like Teriyaki Salmon Bowl, Salmon Buddha Bowl Recipe, or Instant Pot Chicken Fried Rice
Makes a great dipping sauce! Dip your vegetables, fries, sweet potatoes fries, onion rings, or tater tots in it - my kid's favorite thing!

Yum Yum Sauce Recipe Easy Variations

Adjust any ingredients to your liking.
Yum Yum sauce is a little sweet. If you find your sauce not sweet enough (this can happen depending upon the brand of mayo or ketchup you used) then by all means add a small amount (1/2 to 1 teaspoon) of sugar or a granulated sugar substitute until it tastes good to you.
This sauce is intended to be mild to accommodate most people. If you like your sauce spicy increase the cayenne.

Homemade Yum Yum Sauce Top Tips

Every mayonnaise brand will impart a different flavor to this recipe. Adjust the vinegar and use a tiny bit of sugar (or sugar substitute) as needed to get that balance of tang and sweetness. If the mayo you use is on the sweet side, then you may need a little extra vinegar. If your mayonnaise is tangy, you might want to add a little sugar or substitute to tone it down.
Store in a squeeze bottle if desired. If the sauce gets too thick, add a little water until desired consistency is reached.

Yum Yum Sauce Recipe Easy FAQs

What does yum yum sauce taste like?

Yum yum sauce is creamy, slightly sweet, and has a slight tang to it. Some brands and recipes will add a small amount of spicy heat from cayenne or hot sauce. Each brand or recipe will have a slight variation.

What is in yum yum sauce?

The ingredients in this yum yum sauce recipe are mayonnaise, ketchup, apple cider vinegar, paprika, garlic powder, mustard powder, and cayenne pepper. This recipe was designed to be quick and easy with ingredients from your pantry.

Other recipes often call for ingredients like tomato paste, sugar, and more vinegar - which is essentially ketchup. We simplified the recipe and used ketchup.

This sauce is creamy because the main ingredient is mayonnaise, or the ingredients to make mayonnaise. Bottle brands use soybean oil, water, corn syrup, egg yolks, and apple cider vinegar - which are the ingredients to make mayonnaise.

Bottled sauces contain additional ingredients such as corn syrup, calcium disodium EDTA, polysorbate 80, sodium benzoate, and potassium sorbate.

How to store yum yum sauce

Store this sauce in an airtight container or a squeeze bottle in your refrigerator.

How long will yum yum sauce keep in a refrigerator?

Store-bought bottled yum yum sauce can keep for months. Because of perishable ingredients (and no preservatives added), homemade yum yum sauce will keep up to 2 weeks if stored in an airtight container.

Is yum yum sauce keto?

Homemade Yum Yum Sauce

A homemade, and healthier, copycat japanese steakhouse shrimp sauce made with only 7 simple ingredients and 5 minutes. Use this yummy sauce it as a condiment or dipping sauce for so many things.

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Author Kori

Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Total Time 5 minutes mins

Course Dressing, Sauces, and Seasoning

Cuisine Asian

Servings 8 servings

Calories 193 kcal

Ingredients

▢ 1 cup mayonnaise use keto or vegan mayo if desired
▢ 2 tablespoons ketchup use sugar free if desired
▢ 1 tablespoon rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
▢ ¾ teaspoon paprika (smoked paprika can also be used)
▢ ¼ teaspoon dry mustard
▢ ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
▢ ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Instructions

Mix all ingredients in a small bowl.
Use or store in an airtight container in your refrigerator for later use. Will keep up to 2 weeks.

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SUBSTITUTIONS: For keto yum yum sauce: use keto-friendly mayonnaise such as avocado oil mayonnaise and sugar-free ketchup. For Vegan yum yum sauce: use vegan mayonnaise and ketchup. Use apple cider vinegar or rice vinegar.
TOP TIPS: Adjust any ingredient to your liking. Want it spicier? Use more cayenne pepper. Don't like spice, use just a pinch. Want it sweeter, use a little sugar or sugar substitute.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Use it as a sauce on chicken, seafood, beef, and pork. Use it as a condiment over rice, stir-fried vegetables, or hibachi vegetables. Use it as a salad dressing. Use it on sandwiches, burgers, and hot dogs. Dip your french fries, onion rings, and tater tots in it.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoonsCalories: 193kcalCarbohydrates: 1gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 17gCholesterol: 12mgSodium: 211mgSugar: 1g

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