SSL Belacan: A Penang family business that spans three generations

Sam Sim Khang Hien (50) recounts how his grandfather, Sim Seng Lee, meticulously made belacan by catching, cleaning, drying, salting, and mincing geragau shrimp, then fermenting the paste in banana leaves over several months—alternating between sun drying and stirring. In 2006, the family shifted operations from Batu Ferringhi to Balik Pulau to accommodate growing tourism. While traditional methods remain central, covered drying facilities and automated packaging modernize operations. Today, SSL Belacan produces around 750 kg daily for both local and international markets, including exports. Sunday, 24 Aug 2025Source : Malaysia Mailhttps://share.google/yCt9ixVOpCzavaweh

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SSL Belacan 荣获《槟城传统手艺》系列专题影片特别呈现

SSL Belacan is honoured to be featured in the “Traditional Trades of Penang” video series — a heartfelt tribute to Penang’s living heritage and the artisans who have preserved their crafts across generations. The series was officially launched at Whiteaways Arcade, officiated by YB Wong Hon Wai, Chairman of the Penang Tourism and Creative Economy Committee, and produced by Penang Global Tourism (PGT) in conjunction with the upcoming George Town Heritage Celebration on July 7, marking the city’s UNESCO World Heritage status. YB Wong described the series as “a tribute to the soul of our state”, highlighting that behind every traditional trade is a story of love, labour, and legacy. He encouraged the public to support these artisans by visiting their workshops, purchasing their products, and passing on their stories to the next generation. SSL Belacan is proud to represent Penang’s iconic shrimp paste craft — a bold and authentic flavour preserved by generations, now carried frward by the Sim family with the same passion and pride. Also featured are nine other heritage trades, including peanut candy, capal sandals, wooden clogs, flower garlands, nutmeg products, trishaw restoration, songkok-making, beaded Nyonya shoes, and wayang kulit. We invite you to watch the series on PGT’s YouTube channel, and visit the art exhibition from July 1–7 at Whiteaways Arcade, showcasing the illustrations behind each story. At SSL Belacan, we’re proud to keep Penang’s taste — and tradition — alive. Read more Here (Tagged the links – Bulletin Mutria & Penang Hypo Local ) Buletin Mutiara News Penang Hyperlocal Post View more for Stories and Videos for Penang Traditional Trades of Penang @ Penang Global Tourism Channel Our Story -SSL Belacan

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