A CLOSER LOOK
How to recognize it
A mixed seasoning prepared as a sauce or powder in Xiamen; this preparation includes shrimp.
In the kitchen
The sauce forms the savory broth base of Xiamen shacha noodles.
Sauce and dry powder are distinct forms; commercial formulas are not necessarily the same as this preparation.
Ask about this ingredient
这道菜里有沙茶酱吗？
Does this dish contain Shacha sauce?
A few dishes to explore
These examples use this ingredient in typical or optional preparations. Open the dish to see the distinction; a restaurant’s recipe can differ.
