John Myers
Large specimens of various tropical shrimp species are marketed as king prawns or king prawns. It can be shrimp from the sea (seawater shrimp) or from freshwater (freshwater shrimp). They are offered raw, blanched, or cooked.
Origin
King prawns are mainly wild caught or farmed in Southeast Asia and Latin America. However, both fishing and aquaculture often have a significant impact on the environment, which is why it is best to choose organically farmed or MSC-certified shrimp when shopping.
Season
King prawns are available fresh or frozen all year round.
Taste
King prawns have firm white flesh and a slightly nutty flavor.
Use
King prawns are usually offered ready to cook, without heads and shells, and taste good in salads or appetizers. With the shell on, they are suitable for roasting or grilling. Decoratively arranged as shrimp skewers with fresh fish or as scampi skewers with exotic fennel salad, the small sea creatures are a real highlight at every garden party. By the way: We have summarized what shrimp and prawns are all about and how to prepare prawns in this expert guide.
Storage
King prawns are mostly offered frozen. If possible, fresh goods should be prepared on the day of purchase.
Durability
The shrimp can be kept frozen for about two to three months. Fresh shrimp stay fresh in an airtight container for about a day or two.
Nutritional value/active ingredients
King prawns provide valuable protein. The shrimp also contain plenty of iodine and vitamin E. Niacin is also contained in the flesh of the shrimp. 100 g shrimp contain about 92 kcal or 385 kJ. Iodine is mainly found in fish and seafood and is responsible for the normal production of thyroid hormones. Vitamin E helps protect cells from oxidative stress. Niacin ensures normal functioning of the nervous system.
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