Hock Lee Belacan Shrimp Paste 250g

Product Description:
Unlock the deep umami essence of Malaysian and Indonesian cuisine with Hock Lee Belacan, a traditional fermented shrimp paste. This 250g block delivers the pungent, savory backbone for sambal, laksa, and stir-fries—a little goes a long way!

Key Features:

🦐 Concentrated Flavor – Made from fermented tiny shrimp (udang geragau)
🔥 Toasting Required – Raw form needs dry-frying/grilling before use
🧂 Long Shelf Life – Fermentation preserves naturally
🌶️ Essential for – Sambal belacan, nasi lemak, Penang assam laksa
🇲🇾 Malaysian Heritage – Crafted using traditional methods

Ingredients:

Shrimp (90%), salt, water.

How to Use:

1. Toast a thumbnail-sized piece over flame/dry pan until fragrant (~30 sec)

2. Pound with chilies, garlic for sambal

3. Dissolve in soups/curries for depth

Storage:

Wrap tightly in foil, store in airtight container. Lasts 1+ year.

Why It’s Unique:

✔ Stronger than Thai kapi – More fermented, less sweet
✔ No additives – Just shrimp + salt
✔ Gluten-free

Allergy Info:

Contains crustaceans (shrimp). Extremely high sodium.

Pro Tips:

1. Reduce saltiness: Soak in water 10 mins before toasting

2. For beginners: Start with pea-sized amounts

3. Mask aroma: Store in sealed glass jar

Perfect For:
• Sambal makers
• Laksa enthusiasts
• Adventurous home chefs