Dried baby shrimp

Dried baby shrimps are a fantastic way to add sea-salty flavor to a wide array of Asian dishes. It has a crunchy mouthfeel when eating raw. Once fried, it becomes crispy. And once boiled, it becomes very tender. Dried baby shrimps are extremely tiny, translucent dried shrimps. They are tender and delicate in texture but have a strong coastal, seafood taste. The sun-drying process reduces the individual shrimps to such a small size. The umami character of this condiment means that it can replace salt in many dishes. However, it is not to be confused with the larger and meatier Asian dried shrimps, which require rehydration before cooking. Alternatively, you can sprinkle them into hot soups or incorporate them into eggs before cooking. It’s a very handy ingredient to add umami to soups, fried rice and stir-fries.