Toasted Belacan (Dried Shrimp Paste) Recipe
Belacan is a foundational shrimp paste used in many Malaysian and Indonesian dishes, often requiring specific preparation before use.
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Instructions
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For oven roasting, preheat oven to 375 F.
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Thinly slice belacan and place it on a roasting pan.
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Roast for 4 to 7 minutes until edges begin to brown, then cool before use.
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Alternatively for pan toasting, heat a dry pan or wok over medium heat.
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Add thin belacan slices and fry until brown and fragrant.
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Verify doneness by breaking a slice; it should be crisp, dry, and brown internally.
Nutritional Info (per serving)
Calories:
14 kcal
Carbohydrate:
0 g
Cholesterol:
25 mg
Fiber:
0 g
Protein:
3 g
Saturated Fat:
0 g
Sodium:
1096 mg
Sugar:
0 g
Fat:
0 g
Unsaturated Fat:
0 g