Barrio Fiesta Sweet Bagoong 250g

Barrio Fiesta Sweet Bagoong 250g, a genuine Filipino shrimp paste with sweet and savoury depth

Bagoong is not just a condiment in Filipino cooking; it is a cornerstone ingredient that defines whole categories of dishes. Barrio Fiesta is one of the most recognised names behind it, and their Sweet Bagoong variant offers a particularly approachable entry point into this style of fermented shrimp paste. Made in the Philippines from salted shrimp fry as the dominant ingredient, the paste is sautéed with coconut oil, vinegar, sugar, onion, and garlic to produce a rich, glossy condiment that balances brine with gentle sweetness. The result is something that smells deeply savoury and tastes layered, with none of the harshness that can put newcomers off. At 250g in a resealable jar, it is a practical size for regular home cooking. If you enjoy Filipino food or want to cook it at home, this is one of the pastes worth keeping in the fridge. Explore the rest of our Filipino grocery range and browse our wider selection of Asian pastes and cooking bases.

Cooking and serving ideas for Sweet Bagoong, from kare-kare pairings to green mango salad

The most iconic use of sweet bagoong is as a side for kare-kare, the Filipino peanut-based stew of oxtail, tripe, or vegetables. A small serving of bagoong is spooned alongside the stew and stirred in at the table, adding a sharp, salty contrast that lifts the richness of the peanut sauce. It is equally essential in ensaladang mangga, where thin slices of green mango are dressed simply and topped with bagoong for a quick, punchy starter or snack. For cooked applications, use it to season binagoongang baboy, a Filipino braised pork dish where the meat is cooked directly in the paste, or stir it through pinakbet, a Visayan vegetable dish of aubergine, bitter melon, and squash. The paste is ready to use straight from the jar with no cooking required. A teaspoon or two is usually enough to season a dish for four. After opening, keep it refrigerated and check the packaging for the recommended use-by period. Pair it with ingredients from our canned and jarred vegetables range or find complementary flavours in our sauces and condiments collection.

Why Asian Grocery UK is a reliable source for authentic Filipino and Asian store cupboard staples

Finding Filipino products outside of major cities used to mean a specialist trip or a long wait for an international delivery. At Asian Grocery UK, we stock a broad selection of genuine products from across the Philippines, Korea, Japan, Thailand, China, and beyond, all available for nationwide UK delivery. Our Filipino range covers the pastes, sauces, vinegars, noodles, and canned goods that Filipino home cooks rely on, stocked consistently so you are not left without key ingredients mid-recipe. Orders are dispatched promptly and arrive well packaged. Whether you are cooking for a family, restocking a Filipino community kitchen, or simply curious about a cuisine you have not tried before, our range gives you a practical starting point. Take a look at our full canned and jarred goods selection for more store cupboard staples from across Asia.