Shrimp Paste

Also Known As : Shrimp sauce

Non-vegetarian

Taste Profile

It has a salty taste.

Usage Tips

  1. Shrimp paste can be used as a condiment in southeast asian cuisines.
  2. It can be added to salads. It can also be used as a thick sauce for grilled meat or a into a dipping sauce for vegetables.

Description

Shrimp paste is a salty pink, strong smelling paste prepared from ground up shrimp which is then fermented under a hot sun. It can be firm, dry, or moist in texture. It is considered as a cooking ingredient in many Southeast-Asian dishes.

Selection Guide

Choose shrimp paste that is canned and sold in jars or plastic tubs. Make sure to check for its "use-by" date on the packaging.

- Disclaimer
"Information here is provided for discussion and educational purposes only. It is not intended as medical advice or product or ingredient review/rating. The information may not apply to you and before you use or take any action, you should contact the manufacturer, seller, medical, dietary, fitness or other professional. If you utilize any information provided here, you do so at your own risk and you waive any right against Culinary Communications Private Limited, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees or representatives.”