Hibachi Sauces: Which Keto Options Are Available?

Hibachi sauces are a type of condiment commonly served at Japanese steakhouses, often as a dipping sauce for grilled meats and seafood. The most popular variety is the so-called Yum Yum sauce, a creamy, sweet, and tangy sauce with a hint of spice. While the traditional recipe includes sugar and artificial sweeteners, it is possible to make a keto-friendly version by substituting certain ingredients. For example, soybean oil-based mayonnaise can be replaced with avocado oil mayo, and sugar-free ketchup or tomato paste can be used instead of regular ketchup.

Hibachi sauce ingredients

Hibachi sauce, also known as Yum Yum Sauce, is a common condiment served in Japanese steakhouses. It is a creamy and sweet dipping sauce that pairs well with grilled chicken and other meats, shrimp, rice, and appetizers.

There are many variations of the sauce, but the base ingredients typically include mayonnaise, tomato paste or ketchup, and garlic powder. Some recipes also call for the addition of spices such as paprika, onion powder, and cayenne pepper, as well as sweeteners, rice vinegar, and butter.

• Mayonnaise: Avocado oil-based mayonnaise is recommended for a keto diet.
• Ketchup: Use sugar-free or reduced-sugar ketchup, or substitute with tomato paste for a lower carb count.
• Paprika: Sweet paprika is recommended, as smoked paprika will change the flavour profile.
• Sriracha: Adds a hint of spiciness. You can omit it if you don't like spice, or use another hot sauce or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
• Butter: This helps to replicate the traditional Japanese hibachi sauce flavour.
• Sweetener: Use a powdered or liquid sweetener of your choice, such as monk fruit, allulose, or erythritol.

To make the sauce, simply combine all the ingredients in a bowl and mix well. You can adjust the amounts of each ingredient to suit your taste preferences. Store the sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

Keto-friendly alternatives

Hibachi sauces are often served as a condiment in Japanese steakhouses. The traditional recipe is fairly sweet, but there are keto-friendly alternatives that are just as delicious.

To make a keto-friendly hibachi sauce, you can use a combination of mayonnaise, sugar-free ketchup or tomato paste, a sweetener such as monk fruit or erythritrol, rice vinegar, and spices such as garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper. You can also add a small amount of melted butter to enhance the flavour and make it more closely resemble traditional Japanese hibachi sauce.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup sugar-free ketchup or tomato paste
• 1-2 tablespoons powdered sweetener (monk fruit or erythritrol)
• 1/2 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1/4 teaspoon paprika
• 1 1/4 teaspoons garlic powder
• (Optional) 1 tablespoon melted butter

Instructions:

Combine all ingredients in a bowl and whisk until fully incorporated. You can adjust the amounts of each ingredient to suit your taste preferences. Store the sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

This keto-friendly hibachi sauce can be used as a dipping sauce for grilled meats, shrimp, or vegetables, or as a salad dressing. It is a versatile and tasty alternative to traditional hibachi sauce, perfect for those following a keto diet.

You can also make a keto-friendly version of Yum Yum Sauce, a popular sauce served in Japanese steakhouses and hibachi restaurants. This sauce typically includes mayonnaise, ketchup or tomato paste, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and a sweetener. For a keto-friendly version, simply substitute the ketchup with tomato paste and use a sugar substitute such as erythritrol. Here is a recipe for a keto-friendly Yum Yum Sauce:

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups avocado oil mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup tomato paste (use 1 tablespoon tomato paste + 1/2 tablespoon rice vinegar for a more liquid consistency)
• 2 tablespoons erythritrol or other sugar substitute
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• (Optional) 1 tablespoon melted butter

Instructions:

Combine all ingredients in a bowl and mix well. You can adjust the amounts of each ingredient to suit your taste. This sauce can be served immediately but will taste even better if refrigerated for a few hours before serving.

This keto-friendly Yum Yum Sauce is perfect as a dipping sauce for shrimp, chicken, or vegetables, or as a salad dressing. It has a similar taste to the traditional sauce but with a fraction of the carbohydrates, making it ideal for those following a keto diet.

How to make keto hibachi sauce

Hibachi sauce, also known as yum yum sauce, is a creamy and sweet dipping sauce served with chicken, shrimp, or steak at hibachi restaurants. Here is a guide on how to make a keto-friendly version of this sauce.

Ingredients

You will need the following ingredients to make keto hibachi sauce:

• Mayonnaise (preferably avocado oil-based)
• Ketchup or tomato paste
• Rice vinegar
• Butter
• Garlic powder
• Onion powder
• Paprika
• Sweetener (such as monkfruit, erythritol, or organic cane sugar)
• Cayenne pepper or sriracha (optional, for spice)

Instructions

• Add all the ingredients to a mixing bowl.
• Mix the ingredients until they are well incorporated. For a thinner sauce, add water a teaspoon at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
• Refrigerate the sauce for a few hours before serving. However, you can serve it immediately if needed.

The keto hibachi sauce is now ready to be served! It is delicious as a dipping sauce for grilled meats, shrimp, or vegetables, and can also be used as a salad dressing or burger sauce.

Tips

• If you want to make the sauce cleaner and healthier, use avocado oil-based mayonnaise, tomato paste instead of ketchup, and a natural sweetener like monkfruit or allulose.
• You can adjust the spice level by adding more or less cayenne pepper or sriracha.
• The sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

What to serve with keto hibachi sauce

Hibachi sauce is a common condiment served in Japanese steakhouses. It is a creamy and sweet dipping sauce that is usually served with chicken, shrimp, or steak. The keto version of the sauce is sugar-free, dairy-free, gluten-free, and paleo-friendly.

Fried Cauliflower Rice

You can serve the hibachi sauce as a condiment with fried cauliflower rice. The sauce will add a creamy and sweet dimension to the dish.

Burgers

Keto hibachi sauce can be used as a condiment for burgers, adding a unique flavour to the meal.

Salads

The sauce can also be used as a salad dressing. Its sweet and tangy flavour will complement the vegetables in the salad.

Roasted Potatoes

Drizzle the keto hibachi sauce over roasted potatoes for a delicious and flavourful side dish.

Pulled Pork

Serve the sauce with pulled pork to add a tangy and spicy kick to the dish.

Tacos and Taco Salad

Keto hibachi sauce can be used as a taco sauce or as a dressing for a taco salad.

Green Beans

For an Asian-inspired meal, serve the keto hibachi sauce with green beans. The sauce will complement the beans' crisp and crunchy texture.

Cauliflower Mash

The sauce can also be paired with creamy and comforting mashed cauliflower, adding a hint of spice to the dish.

Brussels Sprouts

Roasted Brussels sprouts with a garlic twist will bring a crispy and flavourful element to the meal, and the keto hibachi sauce will be a perfect complement.

Keto Fried Rice

The sauce can be served with keto fried rice, a low-carb alternative to traditional fried rice, adding a tangy and spicy kick to the dish.

Spicy Cucumber Salad

A refreshing and tangy cucumber salad with a hint of spice will be a perfect contrast to the keto hibachi sauce's sweet and tangy flavour.

Grilled Meats

The sauce can be used as a dipping sauce for grilled meats such as chicken, shrimp, or steak.

Hibachi sauce nutritional information

Hibachi sauce, also known as yum yum sauce, is a condiment commonly served at hibachi restaurants. It is a creamy and sweet dipping sauce that is usually served with chicken, shrimp, or steak. The keto version of the sauce is a healthier, cleaner, and sugar-free alternative to the one used in restaurants.

A keto yum yum sauce recipe by Mom Foodie includes the following ingredients:

• Mayonnaise
• Ketchup or tomato paste and rice vinegar
• Smoked paprika
• Cayenne pepper
• Onion and garlic powder
• Erythritol or sugar

The recipe yields 30 tablespoon servings. The Keto version has less than a half gram of carbohydrates per tablespoon and 78 calories.

Another recipe by Hip2Keto includes the following ingredients:

• Avocado oil mayo
• White pepper
• Garlic powder
• Paprika
• Sesame oil
• Coconut aminos
• Sriracha sauce

The recipe yields 1 cup and has 414.9 calories, 49.2g of fat, 2.3g of total carbs, 0.1g of fiber, 1.3g of sugar alcohol, and 0.9g of net carbs per serving (1/4 cup).

A third recipe by Peace Love and Low Carb includes the following ingredients:

• Mayonnaise
• Ketchup
• Powdered sweetener
• Unseasoned rice vinegar
• Salted butter, melted
• Sriracha
• Garlic powder
• Onion powder

The recipe yields 1 cup and has 0.6g net carbs per serving (2 tablespoons).

A final recipe by Keto in Pearls includes the following ingredients:

• Mayonnaise
• Sugar-free ketchup or tomato paste
• Sriracha
• Powdered sugar-free sweetener
• Rice vinegar
• Garlic powder
• Paprika

The recipe yields 1 cup and has 236 calories, 3g of carbohydrates, 0.5g of protein, 25g of fat, 4g of saturated fat, 15g of polyunsaturated fat, 6g of monounsaturated fat, 0.1g of trans fat, 14mg of cholesterol, 303mg of sodium, 31mg of potassium, 0.1g of fiber, and 2g of sugar per serving (2 tablespoons).

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