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ScampiShrimp is a form of shellfish that is grown in both fresh water and in salt water. There are two types of shrimp: cold water shrimp and warm water shrimp. There are three species of cooking shrimp that are edible--pink shrimp, which tend to be the most popular; brown shrimp, which contains a high level of iodine; and white shrimp, which are more of a delicacy because of its light flavor. Shrimp is the most popular form of seafood in the United States. There are several ways to cook shrimp and also various methods to prepare it. - Shrimp if found in both fresh water and salt water all over the world. Fresh water shrimp, often found as prawns or jumbo-sized, are caught in warm fresh water lakes. Salt water shrimp flourishes in the Atlantic Ocean as well as the Gulf of Mexico. Shrimp, depending on where it was grown and caught, has its own distinct aroma and flavor.
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Shrimp saladThere are different types of cooked shrimp that can be used for meals, the most popular being pink and white shrimp. Cocktail shrimp is typically medium-sized and is usually boiled, and then frozen to preserve taste and flavor; cocktail shrimp is usually served with a sauce and is a popular appetizer. Mini shrimps or petite shrimps are tender baby shrimps used in soups and salads. There are jumbo shrimps or prawns used in cajun dishes and other dishes to be deep fried or tossed in a skillet with butter. Whatever the cooking method may be, shrimp can be served cold, warm or even hot. -
Raw shrimpThere are several ways to identify the different types of cooked shrimp. Shrimp usually is crescent shaped and has a head and tail; if they are still intact they should be removed before eating. The meat from the inside of the shrimp turns white and the shell becomes clearer as it is cooked. The shell should be removed before serving. Jumbo or really large shrimp are typically referred to as prawns and have a large amount of white meat in them after they are cooked. You can also identify a shrimp by the long black vein that runs down its inner belly; in most cases this should be removed before consumption. - The benefits of cooking shrimp are that any bacteria that live within the shrimp are killed through the cooking process. While shrimp should always be consumed cooked, be careful not to overcook the shrimp in an effort to preserve flavor. Shrimp holds vital nutrients such as high amounts of protein and iron; it is also very low in fat and calories before additives such as flour and oil are used. Shrimp is a fresh tasting seafood that is a great staple in holiday foods and salads as well as low-fat diets.
- Cooking shrimp allows humans to indulge in a low-fat diet while enjoying the wonderful taste that shrimp offers. Because shrimp can be frozen, people from all over the world can enjoy this fresh tasting seafood even though they may not live near the coast. By consuming cooked shrimp, several meals can be served to please hungry crowds the world over.
