Japanese Pink Sauce
Transform your meals with the irresistible flavor of Japanese Pink Sauce, a creamy, tangy condiment that pairs perfectly with grilled seafood, hibachi fried rice, or fresh vegetables. This versatile sauce features a base of rich mayonnaise blended with a splash of ketchup, a hint of rice vinegar, and a touch of soy sauce to create a balance of sweet, savory, and umami flavors. Garlic powder and paprika add depth, while a dash of sugar enhances its signature sweetness. Made in just five minutes with simple pantry staples, this smooth, velvety sauce becomes even better after resting in the refrigerator, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. Whether you're hosting a Japanese-inspired dinner or looking to jazz up everyday dishes, this homemade sauce is a game-changing addition to your recipe repertoire.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 1 teaspoon Soy sauce
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, ketchup, rice vinegar, granulated sugar, garlic powder, paprika, and soy sauce.
Whisk the ingredients together until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Add the water one tablespoon at a time, whisking well after each addition until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning as needed. Add a pinch more sugar for sweetness or a dash more soy sauce for depth of flavor.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the sauce rest in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled or at room temperature with your favorite dishes like grilled seafood, hibachi-style fried rice, or vegetables.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
214 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 22.6 g | 29% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.5 g | 17% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 11 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 239 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 2.1 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.2 g | ||
| Protein | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 5 mg | 0% | |
| Iron | 0.2 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 20 mg | 0% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
