Day: December 8, 2022

Yum Yum Sauce (also known by White Sauce, Sakura Sauce or Japanese Steakhouse Shrimp Sauce), has been a common ingredient in Japanese steakhouses for many years. This sauce has also been found in sushi restaurants, but it is becoming more common. Following popular demand, I did some research to find the best Yum Yum Sauce. This is a mixture of many recipes I found online, and a few batches that I made in my kitchen. **Special Note** This sauce can be made with heavy mayonnaise, Miracle Whip and low fat, non-dairy mayonnaise. All of these versions taste horribly different from the Yum Yum sauces I tried at my local steakhouse. Kewpie Mayo is my only experience with mayonnaise that tastes even remotely like it. If you prefer a stronger taste or cannot find Kewpie Mayo in your area, I recom...

It is believed that the medieval practice of sticking one's pinky finger out while drinking dates back to using it to dip into mustard or salt while eating. In this period, utensils weren't used for eating. Instead, food was eaten with hands. The pinky fingers were extended to allow them to be dipped in spices and then placed on the tongue. Although utensils were commonplace by the 16th century tea was still served with the pinky fingers extended, especially while drinking tea. More information about pinky fingers Many etiquette experts don't like the idea of extending your pinky finger while you drink and consider it to be a sign that you are pretentious. A 2010 study found that removing the pinky finger from your grip reduces grip strength by 33%. After the 16th century the a...