Prepared and Processed / Fermented Foods
Shrimp paste, alamang
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 61kcal / 2530kcal (2%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 12.4 g/ 71g (17%) | ||||
Total Fat | 1 g/ 42g (2%) low | ||||
Total Carbs | 0.6 g/ 348g (0.17%) | ||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 24.25 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (3%) |
Vit B1 | 0.01 mg/ 1mg (0.83%) |
Vit B2 | 0.14 mg/ 1mg (10%) |
Vit B3 | 1.4 mg NE/ 16mg NE (8%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 864 mg/ 750mg (115%) high |
Phosphorus | 242 mg/ 700mg (34%) high |
Iron | 5.9 mg/ 12mg (49%) high |
Sodium | 4396 mg/ 1500mg (293%) |
Allergen Info
Crustacean Shellfish
What is this food?
Shrimp paste (alamang) is a salty, fermented condiment made from small shrimp. It’s usually used in small amounts to add strong “umami” flavor to dishes like bagoong-based sauces.
Why it matters to health
Alamang can add some nutrients and fiber (from the food matrix) while being low in sugar and carbohydrates. However, it’s also high in sodium—so too much can make it harder to keep blood pressure in a healthy range. Since it’s flavorful, it’s best used as a seasoning rather than a main ingredient, especially if you already get sodium from other foods in the day.
Healthier tips
- Use a small spoon (start with 1–2 teaspoons) and taste before adding more.
- Balance your meals: pair with vegetables and lean protein (fish, chicken, tofu) and choose moderate rice portions.
- When cooking, add alamang early for flavor, then adjust with water, vinegar, calamansi, or tomatoes to stretch the taste without adding more salt.
- On days you eat alamang, try to go lighter on other salty items (instant noodles, processed meats, salty snacks).
- Keep your daily pattern in mind: 3 full meals plus 1–2 snacks—so alamang can be part of a meal, but not something you keep adding to multiple meals.
Common Filipino dishes
Bagoong alamang with rice, Dinengdeng with bagoong, Kare-kare with bagoong, Ginisang munggo with alamang, Binagoongan (shrimp or pork), Lechon kawali with bagoong
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