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Shrimp Paste

새우젓
Romanization: Saeujeot

This fermented shrimp paste has a soft, spreadable texture and a salty, umami-rich seafood flavor. It is often served with rice or used as a base for stews, and you can mix it into dishes like kimchi for added depth.

Spiciness
○○○ Not spicy
Main ingredients
새우소금대파마늘
May contain (allergens)
Crustaceans (shrimp, crab) · 갑각류(새우·게)
How to order

새우젓 하나 주세요.

One Shrimp Paste, please.

⚠️ Allergen information is for reference only, based on typical recipes. Ingredients and spiciness differ by restaurant, so always confirm with the staff.
알레르기 정보는 일반적인 조리법 기준 참고용입니다. 식당마다 재료와 맵기가 다르니 반드시 직원에게 확인하세요.

Reference: Wikipedia (Korean)

Ask the staff (show this)

이 메뉴에 갑각류(새우·게) 들어가요?

Does this dish contain Crustaceans (shrimp, crab)?

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