balachongn.
/ˈbalətʃɒŋ/ A condiment for rice, much used in China, consisting of putrid shrimps or small fishes pounded up with salt and spices, and then dried.
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1699 W. Dampier Voy. & Descr. i. ii. 28 Balachaun is a composition of a strong savor; yet a very delightsom dish to the Natives of this Country [sc. Tonquin].
1844 J. H. Stocqueler Hand-bk. India 498 Rice..is rendered savoury by the addition of salt, agapee, or balachoung.
1864 in Webster's Amer. Dict. Eng. Lang.
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