Benihana-Style Diablo Sauce
I've been trying to recreate that spicy mayo they serve at hibachi restaurants for years, and it turns out the secret ingredient is togarashi - that Japanese 7-spice blend with the orange peel and sesame seeds. Mix it with mayo, honey, and ketchup and you get that exact sweet-heat combination that goes so well with grilled meat.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup Kewpie brand mayonnaise 4 tablespoons
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 2 tablespoons clover honey
- 1/4 cup shichimi togarashi Japanese seven spice
Instructions
- Mix shichimi togarashi, honey, and ketchup in a bowl until it forms a thick paste.
- Add Kewpie mayonnaise and whisk until completely smooth.
- Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
For a milder sauce, add additional mayonnaise one tablespoon at a time to taste. Store covered in refrigerator.