Shrimps, Dried

Seafood of all forms — fresh or dried — is a favourite of Hong Kong people. Dried shrimps are used to perk up fried rice or mixed with meat dishes to give an added dimension to the overall dish. Dried shrimps are sold in packages in Asian speciality shops. Look for the brands with the pinkest colour and avoid greyish-coloured ones. They will keep indefinitely when sealed in a glass container and stored in a cool, dry place. When cooked, the dried shrimps add a delicate taste to sauces quite unlike the fishy taste indicated by their smell.