Har Cheong Gai (or shrimp paste chicken) is a standard dish in the local tzichar scene.

My usual qualm is that most stalls merely pay lip service and do not bring out the shrimp paste taste in the dish. There is no such complaint at HK Star though as the savoury rich and pungent shrimp paste literally permeates the entire dish. The distinctive fermented notes of the shrimp paste is prominent in both the batter and meat without being overwhelming.

This is a delectable dish that is good as a starter, main or as a side dish with alcohol.