Japanese Yum Yum Sauce Recipe

Name: Japanese Yum Yum Sauce
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 2 tablespoons white sugar; 1 tablespoon rice vinegar; Butter; 1/2 teaspoon paprika; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Craving that addictive sauce from your favorite American-Japanese restaurant? This easy Japanese Yum Yum Sauce recipe lets you recreate the creamy, tangy, and slightly sweet flavor at home in just 10 minutes! Perfect for dipping tempura, spring rolls, or as a glaze for chicken.

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 10 mins

Calories 318.8 kcal

Protein 1g

Rating 3.5 (2 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Japanese Yum Yum Sauce

1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
Butter
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

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How to Make Japanese Yum Yum Sauce

In a small bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons white sugar, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, and 1 tablespoon melted butter until smooth.
Stir in 1/2 teaspoon paprika and 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder.
Mix thoroughly, cover the bowl, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. The flavor will deepen and improve the longer it sits!
Serve chilled and enjoy!