Benihana Yum Yum Sauce Recipe
This creamy, slightly sweet sauce is the best part of any hibachi meal! In my opinion, of course!The secret to getting it just right is using Japanese mayo—it's a huge deal for both texture and taste.A touch of smoked paprika gives it that hint of depth you don’t realize is there until you taste it side by side with a plain version.This sauce pairs well with grilled meats, but I also spread it on burgers and even use it as a dip for roasted vegetables.If it’s too thick, a little splash of water or milk will thin it out without affecting the balance of ingredients.A small drizzle of melted butter at the end gives it an extra layer of richness that makes it even better!
Servings: 8
Ingredients
- 1 ¼ cups Mayonnaise
- ¼ cup Water
- 1 tbsp Butter melted
- 1 tsp Tomato Paste
- 1 tsp Sugar or more to taste
- ½ tsp Garlic Powder
- ¼ tsp Paprika
- Dash of Cayenne Pepper optional
- 2 tsp Rice Vinegar
Instructions
- In a medium-sized bowl, combine 1 ¼ cups of mayonnaise and ¼ cup water until smooth.
- Mix well to ensure the perfect creamy base.
- Add 1 tablespoon of melted butter, 1 teaspoon tomato paste, and 1 teaspoon sugar to the mixture.
- Stir until all the ingredients are incorporated.
- Sprinkle in ½ teaspoon of garlic powder and ¼ teaspoon of paprika.
- For a bit of heat, add a dash of cayenne pepper if you like.
- Combine the spices evenly.
- Pour in 2 teaspoons of rice vinegar and continue mixing until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
- It should be smooth and flavorful.
- Once mixed, cover and refrigerate the sauce for at least an hour to let the flavors meld.
- The resting time makes all the difference.