Dried Baby Shrimp (Acetes japonicus) – Ruốc Khô, Natural Unsalted

Dried Baby Shrimp, Akiami Paste Shrimp (Acetes japonicus) – Ruốc Khô, Natural Unsalted, Vietnam Supplier

Dried Baby Shrimp, also known as Akiami Paste Shrimp (Acetes japonicus), is a tiny marine shrimp that is naturally dried with no salt, seasoning or additives — a pure, umami-rich dried shrimp ingredient supplied wholesale from Vietnam by Baseafood. Known as Ruốc Khô in Vietnam, 虾米 (xiā mǐ) in China, Hibe in the Philippines and Udang gragok in Malaysia, this versatile dried shrimp is used across Vietnamese, Chinese, Filipino and Malaysian cuisines to add natural depth of flavor.

As a dried shrimp supplier and exporter in Vietnam, Baseafood sources this baby shrimp from Ca Mau, Kien Giang, Bac Lieu and processes it unsalted and additive-free under HACCP, BRC, FDA, HALAL, SMETA and ISO standards - ideal for importers, food manufacturers, ethnic grocery distributors and foodservice buyers worldwide.

Key Takeaways

• Species:Acetes japonicus — Akiami paste shrimp.
• Processing: naturally dried, no salt, no seasoning, no additives.
• Sizes: 1–2 cm/pc, 2 cm/pc and up.
• Packing: bulk, 10 kg/CTN.
• Certifications: HACCP, BRC, FDA, HALAL, SMETA, ISO.
• Sourced from: Wild-caught from Ca Mau, Kien Giang and Bac Lieu provinces Vietnam.
• Origin: Vietnam — wholesale B2B supplier & exporter.

What Is Dried Baby Shrimp (Akiami Paste Shrimp)?

Dried Baby Shrimp is Akiami paste shrimp (Acetes japonicus), a tiny marine shrimp measuring 1–3 cm that is sun- or air-dried whole, with no salt, seasoning or additives. Despite the name “paste shrimp,” it is sold dried and whole - the term refers to the species group traditionally used to make shrimp paste. Prized for its concentrated umami and natural sweetness, it is a core flavoring ingredient across Southeast and East Asian cooking.

Because the same shrimp is traded under many names worldwide, buyers may know it as any of the following — a useful reference for international sourcing:

Unsalted (Natural) vs Salted Dried Baby Shrimp — Which Do You Need?

See our Salted Baby Shrimp (Saeu-jeot) page if you require the salted, jeotgal-style product instead.

Dried Baby Shrimp Product Specifications

Provincial Sourcing in Vietnam for Dried Baby Shrimp

Dried baby shrimp are primarily caught in the coastal provinces of the Mekong Delta, including Ca Mau, Kien Giang and Bac Lieu — regions known for their abundant shrimp populations due to ideal brackish water conditions.

Dried Baby Shrimp Processing & Certifications

Baseafood, a leading seafood processing and exporting company in Vietnam, ensures dried baby shrimp meet the highest quality standards. The Akiami paste shrimp are naturally dried without seasoning or additives, preserving natural taste and nutritional value, certified with HACCP, BRC, FDA, HALAL, SMETA and ISO.

Dried Baby Shrimp Nutrition Facts (per 28 g serving)

This nutritious seafood is low in fat and carbohydrates while being a good source of calcium and iron, making it a healthy addition to various diets.

Diverse Meals by Region for Dried Baby Shrimp

Vietnam

Bánh Xèo — savory rice flour pancake with turmeric and coconut milk, filled with shrimp, pork and bean sprouts, garnished with dried baby shrimp. Gỏi Đu Đủ — green papaya salad topped with dried baby shrimp, herbs and tangy fish sauce dressing.

China

Chao Nian Gao — stir-fried rice cakes with vegetables, pork and dried baby shrimp. Congee — rice porridge topped with dried baby shrimp for an umami boost.

Philippines

Ginataang Gulay — vegetables cooked in coconut milk with dried baby shrimp. Bicol Express — spicy pork stew with coconut milk and dried baby shrimp.

Malaysia

Sambal Udang Kering — spicy chili paste with dried baby shrimp, used as a condiment or stir-fry ingredient. Kerabu — traditional salad with dried baby shrimp, shredded vegetables and tangy lime dressing.

B2B Applications for Dried Baby Shrimp

• Food manufacturing: neutral, unseasoned ingredient for pancakes, salads, condiments and soups across multiple cuisines.
• Ethnic grocery distribution: serves Vietnamese, Chinese, Filipino and Malaysian diaspora markets worldwide.
• Foodservice: garnish and flavoring ingredient for traditional and modern dishes.

Why Source Dried Baby Shrimp from Baseafood Vietnam

As a dried baby shrimp supplier and exporter in Vietnam, Baseafood sources from the Mekong Delta's ideal brackish waters and processes without seasoning or additives to preserve natural taste. Related items include our Salted Baby Shrimp (Saeu-jeot), Dried Boiled Baby Shrimp and the full Dried Seafood range.

Frequently Asked Questions about Dried Baby Shrimp

What is dried baby shrimp / Akiami paste shrimp?

Dried baby shrimp is Acetes japonicus, naturally dried with no salt or additives. It is called Ruoc Kho or Tep Kho in Vietnam, 虾米 in China, Hibe in the Philippines, and Udang gragok in Malaysia.

What is the difference between this product and Salted Baby Shrimp?

This product is naturally dried with no salt or seasoning, suited to general cooking. Salted Baby Shrimp (Saeu-jeot) is approximately 80% shrimp and 20% salt, specifically for Korean jeotgal and kimchi-making. Both use the same species.

What sizes and packing are available?

Sizes are 1-2 cm/pc and 2 cm/pc and up, packed in bulk 10 kg cartons.

Is the product certified for international export?

Yes. It is processed under HACCP, BRC, FDA, HALAL, SMETA and ISO certification.

Contact Baseafood — Vietnam Dried Baby Shrimp Supplier & Exporter

For quotations or samples of Dried Baby Shrimp, Akiami Paste Shrimp, please contact our sales team:

Ms. Nguyen
Email: nguyen.thao@baseafood.net
WhatsApp: +84 702 520 288