Shrimp paste must be tightly sealed and protected from rain and raw water. Store in a cool and ventilated place. Open tank pickup and retail, should be promptly covered to prevent flies, pollution, maggots, insects, mold and deterioration.

If you find a bubble phenomenon has not yet deteriorated, add a little white wine in a timely manner, sealed and preserved. If the bubble has been spoiled and odor, can not be used as food. Some areas like raw food, more attention to prevent contamination.

Like the sauce contains a certain amount of salt, short-term can be stored at room temperature. If kept for a longer period of time, the container should be sealed and stored refrigerated. For saucy condiments, don't touch them with unclean chopsticks or spoons, as this will accelerate the growth of mold and mildew. Shrimp paste stored in the refrigerator should also not be stored for too long to prevent spoilage.

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While shrimp paste has a delicious and unique flavor, nitrites are produced during the pickling and fermentation process. Nitrite in the acidic environment of the gastrointestinal tract can be converted into nitrosamines, which is a carcinogen that has been recognized in animal experiments, while the animals have teratogenic and mutagenic effects. It can be seen that shrimp paste can only be used for flavoring, and should not be consumed in large quantities.

When eating shrimp paste, it is best to eat more fresh vegetables and fruits rich in vitamin C, which can block the synthesis of nitrosamines in the stomach. In addition, since shrimp paste generally contains about 30 percent salt, it is best not to consume it for those who need to limit their salt intake.

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