Shrimp Paste from Sing Lee

Processed with silver shrimp, shrimp paste is a condiment commonly used in Cantonese and Thai cuisines. Due to the sea-facing location of Tai O, the abundance of silver shrimp gives rise to the local specialty.

In the heyday of the shrimp past trade, there were about 10 manufactories in Tai O. Silver shrimps sourced from local fishermen were salted, crushed and fermented before they were grounded for sundrying in bamboo sieves. The semi-products were mixed well and dried under the sun a few times to become shrimp paste. The trade has now slipped into decline and the traditional flavour is gradually vanishing.

Sing Lee Shrimp Sauce and Paste Manufactory has been operating in Tai O for more than 80 years.  It has upheld the handmade tradition and insisted on using local ingredients in their products, both of which are essential to the unique and memorable taste and aroma of shrimp paste, a must-buy when you visit Tai O village! Source: np360.com.hk

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Where to buy: Sing Lee Shrimp Sauce & Paste Manufacturer (10 Shek Tsai Po, Tai O)

Tel: +852 2985 7330

Website: Sing Lee Shrimp Sauce & Paste Manufacturer

Hours: Monday to Sunday: 10:00am - 07:00pm