Savory Marinated Shrimp (Saeu Jang): A Delicious Rice Topping
The Ultimate Rice Thief: Delicious Marinated Shrimp (Saeu Jang) Recipe
When you’re short on special side dishes, a jar of marinated shrimp (Saeu Jang) will have you finishing a bowl of rice in no time! It’s also a fantastic dish for guests.
Main Ingredients- 50 frozen cooked shrimp (thawed)
- 1 lemon (sliced)
Marinade Sauce- 1 cup soy sauce
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 1/2 cup mirin or cooking sake
- 1 Tbsp sugar
- 5 cloves garlic (thinly sliced)
- 1/2 medium onion (cut into large pieces)
- 2 dried red chilies or peppercorns (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup soy sauce
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 1/2 cup mirin or cooking sake
- 1 Tbsp sugar
- 5 cloves garlic (thinly sliced)
- 1/2 medium onion (cut into large pieces)
- 2 dried red chilies or peppercorns (adjust to taste)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
We use frozen shrimp for this recipe. Freezing shrimp at -10°C (14°F) for over 24 hours is said to kill any potential parasites, making them safe and convenient to use.
Step 2
To prepare clean and easy-to-eat marinated shrimp, remove the heads, tails, and legs. We will only use the plump bodies.
Step 3
Using a toothpick, gently pierce the second segment on the shrimp’s back and remove the dark digestive tract. This ensures a clean flavor without any unpleasant taste.
Step 4
In a pot, combine all the marinade sauce ingredients: soy sauce, water, mirin, sugar, sliced garlic, large onion pieces, and dried chilies. Bring to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. After simmering, let the sauce cool completely. Strain the sauce through a sieve to remove the solids (garlic, onion, chilies), keeping only the clear marinade. Pour this clear marinade over the prepared shrimp.
Step 5
Place lemon slices on top of the shrimp to help keep them submerged in the marinade. Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 3 days. Your delicious marinated shrimp will be ready to enjoy!
Step 6
The marinated shrimp are at their most delicious about 3 days after marinating. This is when the shrimp meat has fully absorbed the savory flavors of the marinade.
Step 7
The homemade marinated shrimp feature perfectly plump shrimp and a deep, flavorful soy sauce marinade, creating a delightful harmony that’s perfect as a side dish for rice.
Step 8
To make a marinated shrimp rice bowl, start by mixing a bowl of warm rice with a little sesame oil. Top generously with fresh tobiko (flying fish roe) and arrange some sliced avocado around the sides.
Step 9
Carefully place the peeled marinated shrimp on top of the prepared rice.
Step 10
Finally, drizzle some of the flavorful marinade from the shrimp container over the rice. Squeeze a bit of fresh lemon juice over the top for added brightness. Mix everything together well and take a big bite! The delightful pop of tobiko, the creaminess of the avocado, and the savory marinated shrimp all come together for an incredibly delicious marinated shrimp rice bowl!
