Filipino

Bagoong Paste (Shrimp-free)

Recipe by Tinyee & Jing

A shrimp-free replacement for the same name paste often used in stir-fries, stews, or fried rice.

Prep Time 15
Cook Time 30
Servings 10

Instructions

  1. Heat oil over medium-low heat in a skillet.
  2. Stir in achiote powder and cook slowly until oil turns deep red.
  3. Add garlic and onion and saute in the red oil until golden brown.
  4. Add shitake mushrooms and cook 3-5 min.
  5. Stir in the mashed black beans and seaweed over low heat.
  6. Add water, brown sugar, soy sauce and chili flakes.
  7. Simmer low for 10 min until water evaporates and mixture turns into a thick paste.
  8. Let cool and store in a jar in the refrigerator.