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Shrimp Sauce

Litopenaeus vannamei (for shrimp) Allergens: Shellfish
Shrimp Sauce

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Penaeidae (for shrimp)
  • Primary Cuisine East Asian|Southeast Asian
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Shrimp, Salt, Oil, Spices

¿Qué es Shrimp Sauce?

A savory, umami-rich sauce typically made from fermented shrimp or shrimp paste, often used as a condiment or cooking ingredient in Asian cuisines.

¿A qué sabe Shrimp Sauce?

Shrimp Sauce tiene un sabor salty, umami, savory, pungent con aromas pungent, briny, spicy.

Taste
Salty, Umami, Savory, Pungent
Texture
Thick, Creamy, or Chunky
Aroma
Pungent, Briny, Spicy
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Información Nutricional

Per 15 g
Calories120 kcal
Total Fat8 g
Saturated Fat2 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol80 mg
Protein8 g
Total Carbohydrate4 g
Dietary Fiber0 g
Total Sugars1 g
Calcium100 mg
Iron2 mg
Potassium150 mg

El Secreto del Chef

When using fermented shrimp paste in cooking, sauté it briefly with aromatics like garlic and shallots to mellow its pungent aroma and unlock its savory depth.

Sustitutos y Proporciones de Shrimp Sauce

El mejor sustituto para Shrimp Sauce es Fish Sauce, usado en una proporción de 1:1. Provides a similar intense umami and saltiness, though typically thinner and without the chunky texture.

Sustitutos para Shrimp Sauce con proporciones
Sustituto Proporción Mejor para
Fish Sauce Mejor 1:1 Provides a similar intense umami and saltiness, though typically thinner and without the chunky texture.
Oyster Sauce 1:1 Offers umami, but is usually sweeter and thicker than traditional shrimp sauce; works for similar applications.
Soy Sauce 1:1 A versatile substitute for saltiness and umami, but lacks the distinct seafood flavor and complexity.
Miso Paste 1:2 (less) Adds a fermented umami depth; start with less as it's often thicker and more potent in flavor.

Cómo Elegir y Almacenar Shrimp Sauce

  1. Check ingredient list for purity and level of fermentation.
  2. Store in a cool, dark place or refrigerate after opening.

¿Con Qué Combina Bien Shrimp Sauce?

  • Stir-fries
  • Curries
  • Dips
  • Marinades
  • Fried Rice
  • Noodle Dishes

Preguntas frecuentes

¿A qué sabe Shrimp Sauce?

Salty, Umami, Savory, Pungent Pungent, Briny, Spicy

¿Cuál es un buen sustituto para Shrimp Sauce?

El mejor sustituto es Fish Sauce (1:1). Provides a similar intense umami and saltiness, though typically thinner and without the chunky texture.

¿Cómo eliges y almacenas Shrimp Sauce?

Check ingredient list for purity and level of fermentation. Store in a cool, dark place or refrigerate after opening.

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