Shrimp Paste

TLDRLast updated 3 October 2026

Shrimp paste is low FODMAP at the listed 10 g serving. This entry covers the paste preparation rather than whole shrimp, shrimp sauce or a complete curry paste.

Serving sizes for shrimp paste

The listed low amount is 10 g of shrimp paste. No larger moderate or high serving is established here.

Low
2 teaspoonsabout 10 g

Tested serving sizes

Tested serving sizes for Shrimp Paste and their Gut Friendly rating
ServingAmountMain FODMAPRating
2 teaspoons10 gNone detectedLow

Breakdown for 2 teaspoons

0gFructose
0gLactose
0gFructans
0gGOS
0gSorbitol
0gMannitol
2 teaspoonsabout 10 g

Is shrimp paste low FODMAP?

All six FODMAP groups are low at 10 g. No moderate or high portion is provided, so a larger threshold cannot be quoted from this entry. Check the actual product formulation when matching it, especially if a jar is a mixed seasoning rather than plain shrimp paste.

Shrimp Paste and IBS: what to know

For IBS meal notes, include shrimp paste as one ingredient in the curry, stir-fry or sauce. Other seasonings can be present in the same recipe and need their own assessment. Recording the product and amount gives more useful context than describing the whole dish simply as seafood-based.

Gut-friendly ways to eat shrimp paste

Weigh the paste before combining it with other ingredients and follow the recipe or pack directions for use. Divide the amount in a shared dish by the portions actually served. Dried bonito flakes and fish sauce have their own guides when comparing different seafood seasonings.

Frequently asked questions

How much shrimp paste is low FODMAP?

The listed low serving is 10 g. Weigh it before mixing it into a recipe so the paste amount remains clear.

Does this apply to a prepared curry paste containing shrimp?

No. Curry paste is a mixture with other ingredients. Check the complete formulation and the amount eaten.

Can I use a whole-shrimp portion for shrimp paste?

No. A concentrated paste and whole cooked shrimp are different preparations with separate portion information.

How do I count shrimp paste in a curry shared by several people?

Record the paste added to the pot and divide by the actual servings. Include other sauces separately rather than treating the paste as the complete seasoning profile.

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Sources and editorial notes

Published and maintained by Gut Friendly. This guide has not been independently reviewed by a dietitian. Serving information comes from our food catalogue. Where references are listed, they explain the research and preparation differences. Check the original source for current portions.

Gut Friendly provides general information, not medical advice.