shellfishpaste
nounUK /ˈʃelfɪʃpeɪst/
US /ˈʃelfɪʃpeɪst/
A thick, salty food made by mashing up sea animals with shells, like shrimp or crabs.
My mom spread some shellfish paste on crackers for a snack.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A cooking ingredient used to add a strong savory flavor to soups and stir-fries.
The chef added a spoonful of shellfish paste to the noodle soup.
3. A spreadable mixture made from ground shellfish and salt, often sold in jars.
She bought a jar of shellfish paste at the Asian grocery store.
4. Any thick, pulpy blend of shellfish used in traditional dishes.
This recipe calls for shellfish paste to give the sauce its rich taste.