11 Types Of Dishes Made Using Salted Shrimp [ Making Salted Shrimp ]

11 Types Of Dishes Made Using Salted Shrimp [ Making Salted Shrimp ]

Salted shrimp is one of the seasonings commonly used in Korean cuisine.
Because it has a unique umami taste, there are many cases where you have to make food using SaltedShrimp.
In this article, I wrote in detail about the good effects of SaltedShrimpon our body and how to make SaltedShrimp.

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Index

• What is Shrimp Paste?
• Types Of Dishes Used
• Making Salted Shrimp [ saeujeot ]

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What is Shrimp Paste?

Salted shrimp [ saeu jeot ] is a popular ingredient in many Asian cuisines, including Korean, Chinese, and Southeast Asian cuisines.
It is made by mixing fresh prawns with salt and preserving them for a period of time. Salted shrimp [ korean fermented shrimp ] is used in various dishes such as stir-fries, soups, and stews.

Here are some dishes that can be made with Salted Shrimp

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Types Of Dishes Used

Kimchi – Kimchi is a staple in Korean cuisine and is made by fermenting vegetables with spices and seasonings. SaltedShrimp is often added to kimchi to enhance its flavor and give it a unique umami taste.

Jjigae – Jjigae is a Korean stew made with various ingredients such as tofu, vegetables, and meat in a spicy broth. Salted Shrimp is often used to add depth and complexity to the broth.

Fried Rice – SaltedShrimp can be used to flavor fried rice. Add it to the rice along with some chopped vegetables and meat for a delicious and savory dish.

Banchan – Banchan refers to small side dishes that are served alongside the main course in Korean cuisine. SaltedShrimp can be used to make banchan such as seasoned seaweed or pickled cucumber.

Tteokbokki – Tteokbokki is a popular Korean street food made with rice cakes in a spicy sauce. SaltedShrimp can be added to the sauce to enhance its flavor and add a savory kick.

Japchae – Japchae is a Korean noodle dish made with sweet potato noodles, vegetables, and meat. SaltedShrimp can be used to flavor the sauce and add a unique umami taste to the dish.

Steamed egg – Steamed egg [ Gyeran-jjim ] is a Korean steamed egg dish that is often served as a side dish. SaltedShrimp can be added to the egg mixture to give it a savory flavor.

Salted Shrimp is a versatile ingredient that can add a spicy and savory taste to a variety of Korean dishes.

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Making Salted Shrimp [ saeujeot ]

Ingredient

◎ very small shrimp
◎ Salt

When making Salted Shrimp, it is usually made with shrimp caught between May and June and September and October.
When making Salted Shrimp, you only need to remember the amount of salt.
The amount of salt is 30% of shrimp.

1. Add salt to the water and wash the shrimp while gently stirring.
2. Drain all washed shrimp.
3. Put the washed shrimp in a large bowl and mix about 20% salt with the amount of shrimp.
4. Put all the mixed shrimp in a container with a lid and cover with 5% salt on top.
5. Put about 1 liter of water in a pot, add the remaining 5% of salt and bring to a boil.
6. Cool the boiled brine completely.
7. Pour the cooled brine into the container containing the shrimp.
8. Pour the salt so that it rises about 3 cm above the salt covering the shrimp.
9. Close the lid, seal it completely, and put it in the refrigerator to mature.
10. You can consume it after aging for 10 days.

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