This mouthwatering Yum Yum Hibachi Sauce recipe will take your Asian-inspired dishes to the next level! Perfectly creamy, tangy, and slightly sweet, this sauce is sure to become a family favorite.
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This Yum Yum Hibachi Sauce recipe is a versatile and delicious condiment that is commonly used as a dipping sauce for sushi rolls, grilled meats or vegetables, and other Asian cuisine. Its unique flavor combination makes it a favorite among food enthusiasts.
While the exact recipe may vary from restaurant to restaurant, we’ve perfected our own version that’s easy to make at home with just a few simple ingredients.
If you’re looking for more Asian sauce recipes, try these Easy Asian Dipping Sauce, Teriyaki Marinade Sauce, and Korean BBQ Sauces for Dipping.
Why We Love This Homemade Yum Yum Sauce Recipe
If you are a fan of Japanese cuisine, there is no doubt that you have fallen in love with this pale pink hibachi grill steakhouse sauce. This savory and flavorful sauce can enhance the taste of your dishes or as a dipping sauce for your favorite foods.
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- Quick and Easy: This Yum Yum Hibachi Sauce Recipe is a Japanese sauce that only takes 5 minutes to whip up.
- Family Friendly: Kids will love the sweet and tangy taste of this sauce.
- Affordable: Save money by making this sauce at home instead of buying expensive premade ones. If your family loves benihana this recipe is similar to the recipe for benihana’s sauce recipe.
- Customizable: You can easily adjust the spice level and consistency to your liking. This yummy sauce is our favorite hibachi-style side for dipping. Add seasoning such as onion powder and salt and pepper to taste.
Ingredient Notes for the Best Yum Yum Sauce
- Mayo: This recipe calls for regular mayo, but you can also use low-fat mayo or fat-free mayo for a healthier option.
- Vinegar: White vinegar will work the best in this recipe, but you could also use apple cider vinegar or rice vinegar instead.
See my recipe card below for a complete list of the ingredients with measurements.
Variations and Substitutions for this Easy Hibachi Dipping Sauce
This recipe is so adaptable and you can easily customize it to your preferred taste. Whether you like a little more heat or want a touch of sweetness.
- Sweet Chili Sauce: For a more sweet and spicy yum-yum sauce, you can add in some sweet chili sauce.
- Mirin: You can swap the vinegar for Mirin, which is a sweet Japanese cooking wine that adds depth to the flavor.
If wontons are on your menu, give this homemade wonton dipping sauce a try.
How to Make the Best Yum Yum Sauce Like in a Japanese Hibachi Steakhouse
This side sauce is incredibly easy to make, with just a handful of pantry staples and about 5 minutes of time you can have this delicious sauce whenever! You can use it as a salad dressing too.
These are the basic steps for making homemade yum yum sauce. Refer to the full, printable recipe card below for detailed instructions.
Step 1: Mix Ingredients and Store
Add all of the sauce ingredients together, including the mayonnaise and garlic powder, in a mixing bowl. Using a whisk, furiously mix until all ingredients are well blended and your sauce is smooth. Finally, place sauce in a container and chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Recipe FAQs about this Yum Yum Sauce Recipe
Expert Tips for Making Hibachi Yum Yum Sauce
This sauce is a Japanese-style sauce that is great for marinating and dressing your favorite dishes. Making this famous Japanese sauce from scratch is not only easy but is also a great way to have Japanese food at home. Perfect for grilled chicken, steak or shrimp. Simply make your favorite.
- Smoked Paprika: For an extra layer of smokiness and a more complex flavor, try adding a pinch of smoked paprika to the sauce.
- Hot Sauce: If you like your sauce to have a little heat, you can add extra drops of your favorite hot sauce for that extra kick. Or try sriracha or cayenne pepper.
- Vinegar: Make sauce with rice wine vinegar in place of the white. Or add a tang with lemon juice. It’s so easy.
- Ginger: Make hibachi ginger sauce by adding some fresh ginger to the recipe.
- Chilling: Let the sauce chill in the fridge for about an hour before using it. This will allow the flavors to meld together and will make the sauce even tastier.
- Food Processor: Combine all ingredients in the blender or food processor, and blend to the desired consistency.
What to Serve with Hibachi Sauce Recipe
Yum Yum Hibachi Sauce Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- ¾ cup Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Ketchup
- ½ cup Sour cream
- 1 tablespoon Minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons White vinegar
- ½ teaspoon Ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1/2-1 teaspoon Hot sauce, as desired
Instructions
- Add all ingredients into a mixing bowl. Use a whisk to mix all the ingredients until fully incorporated and sauce is smooth.
- Use sauce right away or store in an airtight container in the fridge.
Expert Tips
- Smoked Paprika: For an extra layer of smokiness and a more complex flavor, try adding a pinch of smoked paprika to the sauce.
- Hot Sauce: If you like your sauce on the spicer side, you can add extra drops of your favorite hot sauce for that extra kick.
- Chilling: Let the sauce chill in the fridge for about an hour before using it. This will allow the flavors to meld together and will make the sauce even tastier.
Estimated Nutritional Information
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This recipe is my personal adaption of an ethnic-inspired recipe. It is not intended to be an authentic recipe. I’ve recreated this recipe because I enjoy the flavors and I want to encourage my readers to expand their tastes and try new flavor combinations. The recipe, ingredients, and processes may have been adapted to make the recipe accessible to the average American. I have provided links to authentic versions of the recipe in the post above. I encourage you to visit these pages and learn more about the traditional version(s) of this recipe.