Japanese White Sauce Sakura Sauce

Creamy, tangy, and irresistibly flavorful, Japanese White Sauce, also known as Sakura Sauce, is the perfect accompaniment to your favorite dishes. Combining the rich decadence of mayonnaise with a hint of sweetness from ketchup and sugar, this sauce features a delicate balance of umami thanks to soy sauce and a subtle kick of garlic and paprika. Prepared in just 10 minutes with a quick mix-and-chill process, this versatile condiment shines as a dipping sauce for hibachi-style meals, drizzled over grilled vegetables, or paired with seafood. With its smooth, silky texture and signature pinkish hue, Sakura Sauce adds a delightful Japanese-inspired flair to any meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup Mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons Ketchup
• 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
• 1.5 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 1.5 teaspoons Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 2 teaspoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Water

Directions

Step 1

In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat. Be careful not to brown it.

Step 2

Once the butter has melted, add the rice vinegar, granulated sugar, garlic powder, and paprika. Stir continuously until the sugar dissolves completely, about 1-2 minutes.

Step 3

Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the mixture to cool for a minute.

Step 4

In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, soy sauce, and the cooled butter mixture.

Step 5

Gradually stir in the water, one tablespoon at a time, until the sauce reaches your desired consistency (it should be smooth and slightly thick).

Step 6

Transfer the sakura sauce to a container, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld together.

Step 7

Serve chilled or at room temperature as a dipping sauce or drizzle over your favorite dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	357.9 grams (357.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1898

Total Fat 184.80g	237%
Saturated Fat 22.70g	114%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 266mg	89%
Sodium 1088mg	47%
Total Carbohydrate 63.90g	23%
Dietary Fiber 0.80g	3%
Total Sugars 11.80g
Protein 1.80g	4%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 16mg	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: 86.4%

Protein: 0.4%

Carbs: 13.3%