At Pepper Lunch, every meal follows a simple rhythm: Sizzle, Stir, Sauce, Savor. That third step is where things get personal. Your 500-degree iron plate is already working its magic, caramelizing every grain of rice and searing your protein to perfection. Now it's time to decide how you want it to taste. With a lineup of signature sauces at your table and even more available as add-ons, the DIY teppanyaki experience puts you in full control of your flavor.

The Tabletop Lineup

Every Pepper Lunch table comes equipped with four go-to sauces, each designed to complement the sizzling plate in a different way. Think of them as your flavor toolkit. The key is to start with a small drizzle, taste, then build from there. You can always add more, but you can't take it back once it hits that screaming-hot surface.

Honey Brown Sauce: The Crowd Favorite

Rich, slightly sweet, and deeply savory, Honey Brown Sauce is the one most guests reach for first. It caramelizes almost instantly on the iron plate, creating those coveted crispy edges on your rice and meat. Drizzle it over Beef Pepper Rice or Salmon Pepper Rice for a buttery, umami-forward finish. If you're new to Pepper Lunch, this is your starting point. There's a reason it has earned a loyal following worldwide.

Garlic Soy Sauce: Bold and Versatile

For those who crave something punchy and aromatic, Garlic Soy Sauce delivers. It brings a sharp, roasted garlic depth that pairs beautifully with chicken, beef, and vegetables alike. Try it on a Chicken Pepper Rice and let the soy caramelize into the grains at the bottom of the plate. That crispy, golden layer of rice is one of the best bites you'll ever have.

Pepper Paste: Bring the Heat

If you like a kick, Pepper Paste is your best friend. A little goes a long way. This concentrated chili paste adds warmth and complexity without overwhelming the other flavors on your plate. Mix a small dab into your rice, stir it through, and let the heat bloom as everything sizzles together. It works especially well alongside Garlic Soy Sauce for a spicy-savory combination.

Stamina Garlic Sauce: Go All In

Stamina Garlic Sauce is for the garlic lovers who want maximum impact. Robust, pungent, and unapologetically bold, it transforms any protein into something intensely satisfying. Pair it with a hearty cut of beef or a combo plate when you want a meal that fills every corner of your palate. This one rewards confidence, so don't be shy.

Level Up with Add-On Sauces

Beyond the tabletop staples, Pepper Lunch offers premium add-on sauces to take your creation even further. Sizzling Curry Sauce turns your plate into a Japanese curry experience, coating every ingredient in warm, aromatic spice. White Cream Sauce adds a velvety richness that's perfect with salmon or chicken. Kimchi Sauce brings tangy, fermented heat for a Korean-inspired twist. And Teriyaki Sauce offers that familiar, glossy sweetness that works on just about everything.

Each add-on opens up an entirely new direction for your meal, and mixing them with the tabletop sauces unlocks even more combinations.

How to Build Your Perfect Plate

The beauty of the Pepper Lunch sauce system is layering. Start with one base sauce, taste it as it caramelizes, then introduce a second for contrast. Honey Brown and Pepper Paste create a sweet-heat balance. Garlic Soy and Stamina Garlic double down on savory depth. There is no wrong answer when you're sizzling it your way.

Remember: the 500-degree plate does half the work for you. Every sauce you add will transform on contact, developing toasted, caramelized notes you simply cannot get from a cold drizzle. Stir often, scrape the edges, and savor every bite.

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