You may have tried shrimp paste at hot pot. (And if you have, you already know how delicious it is.) But that’s not the only way to eat it! Shrimp paste is so much more versatile than you might think.
This recipe is inspired by the shrimp paste served at Haidilao. Make a big batch, store it in portions, and you’ll have the foundation for an easy, delicious meal in 20 minutes or less.
Here are just a few ways to use this shrimp paste:
- Soups & hot pot (obviously) – drop spoonfuls straight into the broth.
- Stuffed vegetables – fill mushrooms, peppers, etc. before braising.
- Rice paper pancakes/rolls – pan-fry or steam, then serve with a savory sauce.
- Dumplings & wontons – use as a filling on its own or mixed with pork.
Because it’s already seasoned and portioned, the prep work is basically done already. Just thaw it overnight in the fridge, and lunch/dinner comes together in minutes.
Homemade Hot Pot Shrimp Paste
But it's not just for hot pot!
Ingredients
Ginger scallion water:
Instructions
Prepping the ginger scallion water:
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Add the ginger and scallion to a small bowl. Pour the boiled water over them and let steep until the water is cooled.
Making the shrimp paste:
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Set aside 1/4 of the shrimp. Add the remaining 3/4 to a food processor, along with the cooled ginger scallion water, Shaoxing wine, egg white, cornstarch, salt, and white pepper. Process until a paste forms, about 30 seconds.
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Add the reserved shrimp and pulse 5-8 times, leaving some larger chunks of shrimp for some texture.
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Divide the shrimp paste evenly amongst resealable plastic bags (~120g per bag). Push the paste into one corner of each bag and flatten it into a triangle.
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Store in the freezer for up to 6 months. When ready to use, thaw overnight in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
Serving Size 4 oz (~120g)
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 86kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 1g2%
- Total Carbohydrate 2g1%
- Protein 17g34%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
