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[[Prawn]] balchao (Prawn [[Pickle|pickle]] - ''balchao'' is [[Portuguese]] for pickle).  Although this recipe refers to the [[Shellfish|shellfish]] as [[Prawns|prawns]], they are actually [[Shrimps|shrimps]], much smaller than prawns.
 
This version is made using [[Dried shrimps|dried shrimps]], which you can get from any oriental wholesaler.  Although they are [[Dried|dried]], you will find them in the chill cabinet and need to be kept [[Refrigerated|refrigerated]].  They are worth buying as they are a great addition to [[Special fried rice|special fried rice]].
 
Soak the [[dried shrimp]] for an hour in just-[[Boiled|boiled]] water to rehydrate them. This also helps to wash off any dust and excess salt.
 
Leave for a few weeks to mature, this [[Pickle|pickle]] is great as a [[Condiment|condiment]] and even makes a great spread for sandwiches if you like it hot!
 
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<span class="reviewAuthor"> [[User:PSmith|Paul&nbsp;R&nbsp;Smith]] </span></span>
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[[Prawn]] balchao (Prawn [[Pickle|pickle]] - ''balchao'' is [[Portuguese]] for pickle).  Although this recipe refers to the [[Shellfish|shellfish]] as [[Prawns|prawns]], they are actually [[Shrimps|shrimps]], much smaller than prawns.
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This version is made using [[Dried shrimps|dried shrimps]], which you can get from any oriental wholesaler.  Although they are [[Dried|dried]], you will find them in the chill cabinet and need to be kept [[Refrigerated|refrigerated]].  They are worth buying as they are a great addition to [[Special fried rice|special fried rice]].
 
Soak the [[dried shrimp]] for an hour in just-[[Boiled|boiled]] water to rehydrate them. This also helps to wash off any dust and excess salt.
 
Leave for a few weeks to mature, this [[Pickle|pickle]] is great as a [[Condiment|condiment]] and even makes a great spread for sandwiches if you like it hot!
 
===Prawn balchao as meal===
===Prawn balchao as meal===
I have had a requests from people for a prawn balchao ''meal'' recipe, rather than one for a pickle.  I'm afraid that I have not been able to find any recipes that refer to prawn balchao as a finished dish.  Even the wonderful "India" - Mr Pushpash Pent:  ISBN 978-0714859026 states: "The dish is know for it's piquant character: It is more like a pickle relish and is consumed in moderation".
I have had a requests from people for a prawn balchao ''meal'' recipe, rather than one for a pickle.  I'm afraid that I have not been able to find any recipes that refer to prawn balchao as a finished dish.  Even the wonderful "India" - Mr Pushpash Pent:  ISBN 978-0714859026 states: "The dish is know for it's piquant character: It is more like a pickle relish and is consumed in moderation".
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===[[Mise en place]]===
===[[Mise en place]]===
* Rinse the [[Dried shrimp|dried shrimp]] and leave to rehydrate for a few hours in just-[[Boiled|boiled]] water.  Drain, pat dry.
* Rinse the [[Dried shrimp|dried shrimp]] and leave to rehydrate for a few hours in just-[[Boiled|boiled]] water.  Drain, pat dry.
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Image:Mezzaluna.jpg|thumb|300px|right|Half of the [[dried shrimp]] chopped with a [[mezzaluna]]
Image:Mezzaluna.jpg|thumb|300px|right|Half of the [[dried shrimp]] chopped with a [[mezzaluna]]
Image:Prawn Balchao ingredients.jpg|thumb|300px|right|The ingredients for shrimp balchao
Image:Prawn Balchao ingredients.jpg|thumb|300px|right|The ingredients for shrimp balchao
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