Ferments & funk · fermented

Cincalok

Also called chinchalok, fermented krill, fermented baby shrimp

Malaysian fermented tiny shrimp in a pink brine; pungent and salty, mixed with lime, shallot and chilli as a dip or stirred into omelettes.

Gluten-freeDairy-freeContains: crustaceans

What can replace it

  • Similar salted fermented shrimp, a little milder and less sour.

  • T3 · In a pinchMam tom

    Smooth paste and more pungent; use less and add lime. (use 0.75× the amount)

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