Ttukdak Hyung's Soy Sauce Shrimp Paste

Name: Ttukdak Hyung's Soy Sauce Shrimp Paste
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients: water: 180ml (1 cup based on paper cup); tsuyu: 180ml (1 cup based on paper cup); sugar: 1 tablespoon; fresh shrimp: 1kg; onion: 1/2 medium; lemon: 1 large; minced garlic: 1 large tablespoon; scallion: 1/2 bunch; green chili: 1 medium

A savory soy sauce shrimp paste made by marinating fresh shrimp with onion, lemon, and green chili for a rich umami flavor.

30 min Difficulty Normal side dish

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water: 180ml (1 cup based on paper cup)

tsuyu: 180ml (1 cup based on paper cup)

sugar: 1 tablespoon

fresh shrimp: 1kg

onion: 1/2 medium

lemon: 1 large

minced garlic: 1 large tablespoon

scallion: 1/2 bunch

green chili: 1 medium

Recipe

Mix water and tsuyu in a 1:1 ratio, add sugar, bring to a boil, then cool completely to make the soy sauce marinade.
Place fresh shrimp in an airtight container, layer with sliced onion, lemon, minced garlic, scallions, and green chili, then pour the cooled soy sauce marinade over the ingredients.
Let it mature in the refrigerator for 5 days to complete the delicious soy sauce shrimp paste.

Mix water and tsuyu in a 1:1 ratio, add sugar, bring to a boil, then cool completely to make the soy sauce marinade.
Place fresh shrimp in an airtight container, layer with sliced onion, lemon, minced garlic, scallions, and green chili, then pour the cooled soy sauce marinade over the ingredients.
Let it mature in the refrigerator for 5 days to complete the delicious soy sauce shrimp paste.

Cooking tips

For best results, let the soy sauce shrimp paste age in the refrigerator for 5 days—this allows the ingredients' umami flavors to fully develop and enhances the taste.

Recommended for

Those who want to try making a delicious rice-killer soy sauce shrimp paste at home.
People who enjoy the umami richness of fresh shrimp combined with savory soy-based seasoning.
Individuals looking to prepare this dish as a special occasion appetizer or a delightful homemade treat.

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