What is Sweet Shrimp? Nutritional Facts, Calories & Taste

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What is Sweet Shrimp?

Sweet shrimp, also called spot prawns or amaebi are a large shrimp with a short season of availability. They are favored for their firm texture and sweet taste, which is sometimes described as being similar to lobster. Though shrimp is not usually eaten raw, this one is often eaten raw as they are at their sweetest before being cooked. The head is eaten too, as it is prized for its juicy flavor. Spot shrimp cook quickly and should never be mushy, a mushy spot prawn is a sign that it has gone bad.

What does Sweet Shrimp Taste Like?

Salty

...Salty is one of the five main tastes. It has a satisfying and addictive quality with hints of sourness. Salty foods include cheeses, cured meats, chips, and olives. It is used in almost every dish and prepared food. Salt is added to enhance flavor and offer a distinctly salty taste.

Ingredients

sweet shrimp

...Sweet shrimp, also called spot prawns or amaebi are a large shrimp with a short season of availability. They are favored for their firm texture and sweet taste, which is sometimes described as being similar to lobster. Though shrimp is not usually eaten raw, this one is often eaten raw as they are at their sweetest before being cooked. The head is eaten too, as it is prized for its juicy flavor. Spot shrimp cook quickly and should never be mushy, a mushy spot prawn is a sign that it has gone bad.

Sweet Shrimp Nutritional Facts and Calories

Serving Size: 1 Cup (128g)
Amount Per Serving% DV
Calories109kcal5%
Fats1g1%
Sat. fats0g0%
Mono. Fats0g0%
Trans fats0g0%
Carbs0g0%
Sugars0g0%
Fiber0g0%
Proteins26g34%
Cholesterol
206mg
69%
Sodium152mg7%

Healthy Level

Unhealthy Level

Information is not verified and for reference purposes only. Contact vendor directly if you have any food allergies. 2000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice, but calorie needs may vary. See Nutrition

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