Tiger shrimp Polar Seafood peeled raw frozen 21/25 pieces 1 kg

Tiger shrimp differ from other relatives of their species in that they grow faster, are larger in size and are famous for their high protein content. They are very popular among Russian seafood lovers.

Tiger shrimp are a type of decapod crayfish. Their name comes from their specific coloring: black stripes on the shell. These crustaceans live off the eastern coast of Africa, off the coast of the Arabian Peninsula, and in Southeast Asia. The bulk of commercial fishing comes from the Sea of ​​Japan, and some other species are caught in the Mediterranean Sea.

Today, more than two-thirds of all tiger shrimp are artificially bred on special farms organized in China, Thailand and several Latin American countries. Tiger shrimp are the largest of all shrimp. Their meat is very juicy and is a delicate delicacy. Some individuals can weigh up to 650 grams and reach a length of up to 36 centimeters. There are several varieties of tiger shrimp: ordinary, green and black.

Shrimp are very easy to prepare. Tiger prawns are consumed mainly boiled. Boil them for 5-7 minutes in salted boiling water. As soon as these seafood float to the surface and turn orange, they can be taken out.

You cannot overcook the product, otherwise the meat will be tough and lose its taste. You can tiger shrimpgrilled or boiled in broth with spices. They are good cooked in the oriental way: for this you need to marinate the seafood in fish sauce and garlic, and then fry it. They are very widely used in the preparation of salads and seafood cocktails.

Weight: 1 kg
Net weight without glaze: 800 g

Glaze content: 20%