Japanese Shrimp Dipping Sauce
Elevate your next seafood feast with this irresistibly creamy and tangy Japanese Shrimp Dipping Sauce, a fan-favorite inspired by Japanese steakhouse yum-yum sauce! Made in just 5 minutes with pantry staples like mayonnaise, ketchup, soy sauce, and rice vinegar, this versatile sauce strikes the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors. A hint of garlic powder and paprika adds subtle warmth and depth, while a splash of water customizes the consistency to your liking. Serve this dipping sauce chilled for optimal flavor alongside shrimp, grilled seafood, or even crisp veggies. It’s a quick and easy crowd-pleaser destined to become a staple at your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Paprika
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise and ketchup until smooth and evenly mixed.
Add soy sauce, granulated sugar, rice vinegar, garlic powder, and paprika to the bowl.
Whisk the ingredients thoroughly until the sugar is dissolved and the sauce has a smooth texture.
Gradually add the water, 1 tablespoon at a time, to thin the sauce to your preferred consistency while whisking continuously.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. For more sweetness, add a pinch of sugar. For more tanginess, add a few extra drops of rice vinegar.
Transfer the sauce to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled alongside shrimp, grilled seafood, or fresh vegetables. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1817 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 172.8 g | 222% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.7 g | 78% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 235 mg | 78% | |
| Sodium | 1251 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 69.3 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.0 g | ||
| Protein | 1.9 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 12 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 95 mg | 2% | |
*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.
