This Specialty Box Includes: 5 lbs of USA Wild Spot Prawn
Harvest Location: Off the coast of San Diego.
Fishermen: Andy & Charlie Saraspe
Fishing Vessel: F/V Sarah Renee
Description: Spot Prawn also known as “Amaebi“ (a delicacy in Japan). Spot Prawn are whole, shell and tail on. Please note some of your prawn may have “roe” or eggs. The roe is edible, great for garnishing, and high in Omega-3s. On average you will receive 7 to 10 Spot Prawn per 1 pound.
This product is packaged live but there is no guarantee they will remain moving upon arrival.
Cooking Methods & Tips:
Sauté: 3-5 minute on each side
Grill: 5-6 minutes (cut in half, shell side down)
Steam: 8-10 minutes
Boil: 4-5 minutes
Raw: Peel and eat (Japanese delicacy)
Deep fry (heads): (See recipe in our blog)
Saraspe Family Tips: Butterflied and grilled with a little butter might just be our favorite way to enjoy fresh spot prawns. If you’re not grilling, the same method can be achieved beneath the broiler. Just be sure to watch the prawns closely so they don’t overcook! For delicate preparations such as carpaccio, aguachile, or simple sashimi, we recommend removing the heads and shells from fresh, whole spot prawns. Don’t trash the heads and shells as they make for a beautiful stock or a tasty appetizer of fried heads! Check out some of our favorite recipes from our blog!
Simple Grilled Spot Prawn Recipe
Crispy Fried Spot Prawn Heads Recipe
Peel 'N' Eat Spot Prawn with Lemon, Garlic, and Butter Recipe
Nutrition (3 oz): Protein: 18-21g, Fat: 1-2g, Carbohydrates: 0g
Spot Prawn is a good source of niacin, iron, phosphorus and zinc. They are a very good source of Vitamin B12 and selenium. Omega 3 to Omega 6 ratio is 16:1.
(Source: Nutrient data for this listing was provided by USDA SR-21.)
*Consumer Advisory Notice: Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.