Maesri Shrimp Powder – 6oz (170g) is a versatile seasoning made from finely ground dried shrimp, offering rich umami depth and authentic seafood flavor to your cooking. Popular across West African kitchens, this powder is a key ingredient in preparing Shito (Ghanaian black chili sauce), where it blends with chilies, onions, ginger, and oil to create the beloved condiment served with rice, kenkey, banku, and fried yam.

Beyond shito, shrimp powder can be added to soups, stews, sauces, and fried rice, elevating everyday meals with a delicious taste of the sea.

Alternative Names in Africa

• Ghana: Shrimp Powder (used for Shito and soups)

• Nigeria: Crayfish Powder (often interchanged with ground dried shrimp in stews and egusi soup)

• Sierra Leone & Liberia: Ground Shrimp Seasoning

• Cameroon: Poudre de Crevettes