Buenas | Salted Tiny Shrimp Paste Bagoong Alamang

Buenas Salted Tiny Shrimp Paste is a medium-length product that comes in a jar or container. It’s made by fermenting small shrimp with salt, resulting in a paste with a rich and intense flavor profile. This condiment is widely used in Filipino cooking to enhance the taste of dishes and provide that signature shrimp umami. Usage: Buenas Salted Tiny Shrimp Paste is a versatile ingredient in Filipino cuisine.

Here’s how to use it:

1. Sauteed Shrimp Paste: Heat a small amount of oil in a pan and sauté the shrimp paste until it’s aromatic and slightly caramelized. This sautéed shrimp paste can be used as a dipping sauce or added to dishes like Kare-Kare or Pinakbet.

2. Dipping Sauce: Mix the shrimp paste with calamansi or lime juice, chili peppers, and sugar to create a tangy and spicy dipping sauce. It’s a perfect accompaniment for grilled meats and vegetables.

3. Ingredient in Dishes: Add Buenas Salted Tiny Shrimp Paste as a seasoning to dishes like Sinigang (sour soup), Bicol Express (spicy coconut stew), or Laing (taro leaves in coconut milk). It imparts a depth of flavor that’s essential to these recipes.

Ingredients: Shrimp (80%), Salt (20%).