Plecos and shrimp are both popular additions to freshwater aquariums But do these bottom-dwellers make good tankmates? Can plecos and shrimp live together peacefully? Or will your pleco view those shrimp as an easy snack? These are common questions for aquarium hobbyists considering mixing plecos and shrimp. In this article we’ll take a detailed look … Read more
Peeling shrimp with the heads still on may seem intimidating, but it’s actually quite simple once you know the techniques. As an amateur home cook and seafood lover, I used to always buy pre-peeled shrimp to avoid the hassle. However, I realized that I was missing out on maximum flavor and cost savings by not … Read more
Salad shrimp can transform a boring salad into a flavorful and protein-packed meal. Their versatility also allows them to be used in sandwiches, wraps, pasta salads and more. With so many possibilities, it can be challenging to narrow down what to actually make. That’s why I’ve gathered 11 of my favorite recipes that use salad … Read more
No need to defrost shrimp before cooking. Learn how to cook shrimp from frozen, taking them straight from the freezer to the pot. It makes dinners a breeze and they taste so good!. Remember how I said you don’t need to thaw fish or chicken breasts before cooking them? Well, you don’t need to thaw … Read more
Indulge in the refreshing classic shrimp Louie salad with this delicious recipe. Packed with juicy shrimp, crisp vegetables, and a creamy dressing. It’s helpful to have a quick and easy dish that your guests always enjoy. And this Classic Shrimp Louie Salad is one of those dishes for me. The origins of this salad date … Read more
When shrimp molt, they replace their old shell with a new one. This happens at every stage of their life. This is because shrimp are crustaceans whose body surface is covered by an exoskeleton called a cuticle. The molting process is often the thing that most farmers worry about. Although shrimp are more likely to … Read more
When it comes to seafood, the question of “is shrimp a fish?” is a common one. While shrimp and fish both come from the water, they are quite different creatures and are classified differently by scientists. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at how shrimp and fish compare, how we categorize different types … Read more
Aquaponics is usually associated with fish and leafy greens. But one less well-known but equally interesting aspect of aquaponics is growing shrimp in systems that use water and plants. You read that right; you can cultivate shrimp alongside your greens and fish in your aquaponics system. In this guide, well explore the intricacies, benefits, challenges, … Read more
Let me just say a disclaimer: these Shrimp Wontons are positively addictive. As in, you’ll wonder how you’ve lived life without them for this long. Dramatic? Possibly, but these wontons are kind of life-changing like that. The recipe for Shrimp Wontons below comes from my mom. We used to only eat them on special occasions, … Read more
NOTE: Always check with your veterinarian first before giving your dog any new foods, especially “people foods. “What is good for one dog might not be good for your dog, depending on their age, health history, health conditions, and diet, among other things.” Dogs on prescription diets should not be fed any food or treats … Read more