Dried shrimp are small, orange-pink and have a strong flavor. They are shrimp that have been shelled, salted and sun dried. A popular snack in the Louisiana region, they are also used a variety of ways in cooking. They are used frequently in Latin American, Asian and Creole cuisine and are usually found in Asian markets or the international section in the supermarket. They are used in soups, stews, chowders, stuffings, noodle dishes and stir-fries to add a fishy, salty, slightly sweet flavoring.