BalachaungCrispy Dried Shrimp Relish
A punchy Myanmar condiment made by slowly frying dried shrimp with shallots, garlic, and chili until crisp and aromatic. It is savory, slightly sweet, and intensely flavorful, perfect with rice, noodles, or simple vegetables.
Prep
15m
Cook
25m
Serves
8
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Ingredients
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- 120gDried Shrimp (coarsely crushed)
- 150gShallot (thinly sliced)
- 25gGarlic (finely chopped)
- 10gDried Red Chili (crushed)
- 200mlVegetable Oil
- 10gWhite Sugar
- 4gSalt
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Method
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- 01
Rinse the dried shrimp quickly, then pat them very dry.
- 02
Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or deep pan over low heat. Add the shallot and cook slowly until pale golden.
- 03
Add the garlic and continue frying gently until fragrant and lightly colored.
- 04
Stir in the dried shrimp and cook over low heat until they become crisp and aromatic.
- 05
Add the dried red chili, white sugar, and salt, and stir well so the seasoning coats the shrimp evenly.
- 06
Let the relish cool completely before serving or storing. It should be crisp, savory, and spoonable.
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