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!

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 6

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

Directions

Step 1

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise and ketchup until smooth and evenly mixed.

Step 2

Add soy sauce, granulated sugar, rice vinegar, garlic powder, and paprika to the bowl.

Step 3

Whisk the ingredients thoroughly until the sugar is dissolved and the sauce has a smooth texture.

Step 4

Gradually add the water, 1 tablespoon at a time, to thin the sauce to your preferred consistency while whisking continuously.

Step 5

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.

Step 6

Transfer the sauce to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Serve chilled alongside shrimp, grilled seafood, or fresh vegetables. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	345.7 grams (345.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1817

Total Fat 172.80g	222%
Saturated Fat 15.70g	78%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 235mg	78%
Sodium 1251mg	54%
Total Carbohydrate 69.30g	25%
Dietary Fiber 0.70g	3%
Total Sugars 18.00g
Protein 1.90g	4%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 12mg	1%
Iron 1mg	3%
Potassium 95mg	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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 84.5%

Protein: 0.4%

Carbs: 15.1%