From mini to colossal and everything in between, simply ordering shrimp at the grocery store can feel overwhelming. You only want scampi for dinner, but all of a sudden, the seafood counter is filled with sizing terms that make your head spin! Shrimp come in all shapes and sizes from tiny cocktail shrimp to massive … Read more
Shrimp (fresh or frozen) tossed in a seasoned panko coating and then “fried” in the air until golden and crispy. This makes me remember the best days of high school: fried popcorn shrimp day. Most days I brought my own lunch, but when the cafeteria served popcorn shrimp, I risked my hard-earned minimum wage. When … Read more
Shrimp is one of the most popular seafoods in the United States and around the world. Americans eat on average about 4 pounds of shrimp per person each year But with all the different options at the grocery store or fish market, it can be confusing trying to figure out where your shrimp actually comes … Read more
Shrimp keeping is a fun and rewarding hobby, but it does come with some challenges. One common question shrimp owners have is whether shrimp will eat aquarium plants. Understanding the relationship between shrimp and plants is important for maintaining a successful tank. In this article, we’ll explore if and when shrimp might nibble on your … Read more
You’ll probably need to know which other fish are the best tank mates for ghost shrimp if you want to add some more interesting animals to the same tank where the ghost shrimp is living. The best shrimp to keep with a ghost shrimp are usually ones that live in different areas of the aquarium … Read more
There’s a lot to love about the convenience of cooking with shrimp. This oceanic protein is available year-round, nationwide. Its incredibly speedy cook time means you can rely on shrimp to get dinner on the table, stat. For example, simple scampi, sautéed corn and prawns, lemony shrimp risotto, or spiced shrimp and rice are all … Read more
The mantis shrimp is a crustacean with a flattened, segmented body and praying mantis-like claws. It burrows within muddy flats along the shoreline of the middle and lower Chesapeake Bay. They live near the water’s edge and dig burrows in soft, muddy flats. You can also find them in deeper water. The mantis shrimp grows … Read more
Butterflying shrimp is a simple technique that makes shrimp easier to eat and cook more evenly. By cutting along the back or belly of the shrimp you can open it up into a “butterfly” shape that lies flat. This exposes more surface area for breading and frying or absorbing flavors during grilling or sautéing. While … Read more
Sizes of shrimp can be given in many ways, such as jumbo, large, or medium, and counts can be given in many ways, such as 21–25 or 26–30. Here we explain the differences and how to choose the right shrimp for your recipe. We often hear shrimp called “jumbo”, “large”, “medium” or “small”. However, since … Read more
Shrimp Fest in Gulf Shores is one of the most popular annual events on Alabama’s Gulf Coast This year, the 51st Annual National Shrimp Festival will take place October 10-13, 2023 in Gulf Shores. If you’re wondering when exactly Shrimp Fest is happening, mark your calendars for those dates! Keep reading to learn everything you … Read more