Yum Yum Sauce

Easy, 5-minute Yum yum sauce recipe just like the one that you will find in Hibachi restaurants! It’s creamy, savory, slightly sweet, a bit spicy, so rich, and absolutely delicious.

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What Is Yum Yum Sauce?

Yum yum sauce is a famous Japanese steakhouse sauce served in Hibachi restaurants in the US and Canada. It uses mayonnaise as a base so it’s quite creamy, it’s savory and sweet at the same time and gives richness to your food. So easy to make at home, and very delicious!

Not only does Yum Yum sauce have the best name ever (whoever came up with the name is a genius!), but it’s also incredibly delicious! I put Yum yum sauce on almost everything that I eat, I mean, fries, burgers, tacos, roasted vegetables, as a salad dressing, because why not?! This stuff is good!

However, Yum yum sauce is mainly paired with Hibachi steak, chicken, shrimp, classic fried rice or shrimp fried rice, and noodles. Speaking of Hibachi recipes, have you tried my Instant Pot hibachi recipes? They’re so popular, and I urge you to try them ASAP.

Yum Yum Sauce Ingredients

As I said, the yum yum sauce ingredients are sooo simple and are things that you probably already have in your kitchen. Here’s what you’ll need:

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Complete list of ingredients and amounts can be found in the recipe card below.

Mayonnaise – this sauce uses mayo as a base, you can use store bought mayo which is fine but this homemade mayonnaise is superior! And if you’re looking for a vegan version then check out my homemade vegan mayo recipe.
Unsalted butter – if vegan use sunflower butter or coconut oil.
Tomato paste – you can substitute with ketchup if you like.
Sugar – to add some sweetness to the sauce. You can substitute with maple syrup if desired.
Garlic granules – or garlic powder.
Paprika, and cayenne powder – if you like smokey flavors, then go for smoked paprika.

How Do You Make Yum Yum Sauce From Scratch?

This is sooo simple! When I say it’s a 5-minute sauce, I mean it, it won’t take you more than 5 minutes to make.

Melt your butter, gather all of the ingredients in a medium bowl, and whisk until smooth.

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Depending on the type of the mayonnaise that you’re using, you may need to thin your sauce out a bit with water. Just add water by very small quantities like 1 tablespoon of water, and whisk until you reach the desired consistency.

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The consistency should not be too watery, nor too thick. So be careful not to end up with too much water added to the sauce.

So your sauce is now ready, I told you that it’s the easiest yum yum sauce recipe in the universe! Didn’t I?

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Also, make sure to check out my awesome Benihana copycat ginger sauce for a complete hibachi dinner just like what you’d have at a Hibachi restaurant!

Video Tutorial – How To Make Yum Yum Sauce

How Long Does Yum Yum Sauce Last?

I store Yum yum sauce in sealed glass jars in the fridge for up to 1 month.

What Can You Eat With Yum Yum Sauce?

All hibachi style dishes, and pretty much everything else! Below are a few ideas:

Hibachi steak
Hibachi chicken
Hibachi shrimp
Shrimp and broccoli
Chicken and broccoli
Beef and broccoli
Egg roll in a bowl
Oven-baked fries

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The picture below is my shrimp hibachi recipe, you MUST make the yum yum sauce to serve it with!

Also make sure to check out my condiments category page for more homemade sauces, seasonings, and more.

Did you make this? Be sure to leave a review below and tag me on Facebook, Instagram, or Pinterest!

Recipe

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Prep Time: 5 minutes mins

Total Time: 5 minutes mins

Recipe Video

Equipment

Medium bowl
Small Whisk
Glass jar

Ingredients

▢ 1 cup mayonnaise
▢ 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
▢ ½ teaspoon garlic powder or garlic granules
▢ ½ teaspoon paprika
▢ ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
▢ 1 tablespoon unsalted butter melted
▢ 1 teaspoon tomato paste or ketchup
▢ 2-3 tablespoons water to thin the sauce out

Instructions

Whisk all ingredients together until smooth.
Thin out with water if needed by adding very small quantities and mixing.

Notes:

The calculated nutrition values are a rough estimate.
Store in a sealed glass jar in the fridge for up to 1 month.
You can substitute the tomato paste with ketchup, the sugar with maple syrup, and the butter with coconut oil.

Nutrition Information

Calories: 83kcal, Carbohydrates: 1g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 9g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Cholesterol: 6mg, Sodium: 74mg, Potassium: 5mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 1g, Vitamin A: 75IU, Vitamin C: 1mg, Calcium: 1mg, Iron: 1mg

This website provides approximate nutrition information for convenience and as a courtesy only. Nutrition data is gathered primarily from the USDA Food Composition Database, whenever available, or otherwise other online calculators.

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FAQs

What is the 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!

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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.

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What to use 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.

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Is yum yum sauce just sriracha 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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Where is yum yum sauce made? ›

In August 2021, Ho finished construction on a $12 million manufacturing plant in Tifton, Georgia, that will allow him to meet rising demand for his sauces, which now include, in addition to the original Yum Yum, a ranch version, a spicy take, a light option (now on public school menus in Georgia, Florida, and South ...

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Why is yum yum sauce so good? ›

It's nuanced. It's a delightfully creamy blend that balances the sweet with the salty and the spice. You can use it when you're hosting hibachi night at home, dishing it out to your guests as you throw shrimp tails into their pockets and create an ill-advised onion volcano on your stovetop.

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What is Yum Yum slang for? ›

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

What is the actual name of yum yum sauce? ›

This Japanese steakhouse yum yum sauce, or white sauce, is a mayonnaise-based sauce that's creamy and delicious. Perfect for dipping or drizzling. The Allrecipes Test Kitchen staff are a team of culinary pros who make and vet recipes using only equipment you'd find in a home kitchen.

Does yum yum sauce go bad if left out? ›

Yes. Yumm! Sauce is a natural product made without preservatives, so refrigeration is required.

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What is Yum Yum peanut butter? ›

Nothing compares to YUM YUM's smooth peanut butter taste! YUM YUM is best enjoyed on bread, baked into peanut butter cookies or drop a dollop in your smoothies or porridge for some extra flavour. Ingredients: Peanuts, Sugar, Vegetable Oil, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Salt.

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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!

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Is Thousand Island and yum yum sauce the same? ›

Homemade Yum Yum Sauce Recipe

The combination of Japanese mayonnaise and ketchup is reminiscent of the thousand island dressing. But instead of pickle relish that is usually present in the thousand island dressing, this one has mirin and rice vinegar.

What is Japanese style mayonnaise? ›

The key difference between the two mayonnaises is that Japanese mayo is made with egg yolks only, while American mayo typically includes whole eggs. Using only egg yolks results in a mayonnaise that's richer and more custard-like in texture and gives Japanese mayo its characteristic golden glow.

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Is yum yum sauce made of mayo? ›

Yum Yum Sauce is the most creamy and delicious sauce found in Japanese hibachi restaurants and is so easy to make yourself. It's mayonnaise-based and goes perfectly with hibachi shrimp, hibachi chicken, hibachi vegetables, or even drizzled over fried rice or noodles.

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Is yum yum sauce like mayo? ›

This Japanese steakhouse yum yum sauce, or white sauce, is a mayonnaise-based sauce that's creamy and delicious. Perfect for dipping or drizzling. The Allrecipes Test Kitchen staff are a team of culinary pros who make and vet recipes using only equipment you'd find in a home kitchen.

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What does Yum Yum taste like? ›

Terry Ho's Yum Yum Spicy Sauce is the light-colored condiment served at hibachi restaurants. Terry Ho's Spicy Yum Yum sauce adds a rich, spicy mildly sweet flavor to your favorite cuts of beef. You can use it with seafood, pork and poultry, too.

Why is it called a Yum Yum? ›

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