Japanese Shrimp Fried Rice with Yum Yum Sauce

Japanese Shrimp Fried Rice with Yum Yum Sauce
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    45 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs
  • SERVING
    6 People
  • VIEWS
    27

Elevate your fried rice game with this umami-rich Japanese-inspired creation! Succulent shrimp, perfectly cooked rice, and a luscious Yum Yum sauce come together in a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    70 g
  • Cholesterol
    211 mg
  • Fiber
    6 g
  • Protein
    23 g
  • Saturated Fat
    11 g
  • Sodium
    983 mg
  • Sugar
    3 g
  • Fat
    47 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Cook the Rice: In a saucepan, bring 3 cups of water and the jasmine rice to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the water has been absorbed. Fluff with a fork and let cool slightly. (Time: 25-30 minutes)

02

Step

Prepare the Fried Rice Base: Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened and translucent (approximately 5 minutes). Stir in the minced garlic and cook until fragrant (about 1 minute). (Time: 6 minutes)

03

Step

Combine and Fry: Add the cooked jasmine rice and frozen peas and carrots to the skillet. Fry, stirring frequently, until the rice begins to lightly brown (about 5 minutes). Add 2 tablespoons of butter and stir to combine. (Time: 5 minutes)

04

Step

Add Eggs and Sauce: Push the rice mixture to one side of the skillet. Crack the eggs into the empty space and cook, scrambling, until firm. Incorporate the eggs into the rice mixture. Pour in the oyster sauce, soy sauce, and half of the lemon juice; stir well to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste. (Time: 3 minutes)

05

Step

Cook the Shrimp: In a separate pan, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook until they turn pink and opaque (2-3 minutes). Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and lemon juice. (Time: 3 minutes)

06

Step

Combine and Serve: Combine the cooked shrimp with the fried rice mixture. Stir well to ensure everything is evenly distributed. (Time: 1 minute)

07

Step

Prepare the Yum Yum Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, water, paprika, ginger paste, white sugar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy. (Time: 2 minutes). Serve the fried rice immediately, drizzled generously with the Yum Yum sauce.

For an extra layer of flavor, consider using sesame oil in addition to vegetable oil.
Day-old cooked rice works best for fried rice, as it is drier and less likely to clump.
Customize your fried rice by adding other vegetables such as bell peppers, mushrooms, or broccoli.
The Yum Yum sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. This allows the flavors to meld together beautifully.

Christina Denesik

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 9 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (8)
  • Lessie Ledner

    The perfect balance of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors.

  • Hillard Jaskolski

    This is now my go-to fried rice recipe!

  • Caleigh Armstrong

    This recipe is a game-changer! The Yum Yum sauce is addictive.

  • Dan Macejkovic

    I made this for dinner last night, and it was a huge hit with my family. Will definitely be making this again!

  • Jed Franecki

    The instructions were clear and easy to follow, even for a beginner cook like me.

  • Cristina Nader

    I used brown rice instead of jasmine rice, and it still turned out great.

  • Donnell Satterfield

    Making the Yum Yum sauce ahead of time is a great tip. It really does taste better when the flavors have had time to meld.

  • Shaina Schinner

    I added some sriracha to the Yum Yum sauce for a little extra kick. Delicious!

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