Yum Yum Sauce
If you've ever dined at a Japanese steakhouse-like Benihana or your favorite local hibachi grill-you've likely encountered that creamy, pink-colored sauce that gets served with just about everything. It's tangy, savory, a little sweet, and completely irresistible. That's Yum Yum Sauce, and today, you're going to learn how to make it right at home.
Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup water
- ¼ cup ketchup or tomato paste for a richer version
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon ground ginger
- ⅛ teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, water, ketchup (or tomato paste), sugar, garlic powder, paprika, salt, ground ginger, and onion powder until smooth.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to develop.
- Stir well before serving. Use as a dip, drizzle, or spread with your favorite dishes.