Here’s how F Seafood guides you in distinguishing between three types of shrimp:
White Leg Shrimp:
- Scientific name: Penaeus vannamei.
- Appearance: White-leg shrimp has a small, slender, and elongated body. Its color is typically light, ranging from white to slightly translucent.
- Habitat: It is primarily farmed in saline or brackish waters but can adapt to different environments.
- Quality: White leg shrimp tends to have a mild sweetness, and soft meat, and is easy to cook. It is widely farmed in the aquaculture industry.
- Usage: It is commonly used in everyday dishes, easy to prepare, and typically more affordable than black tiger shrimp.
Black Tiger Shrimp :
- Scientific name: Penaeus monodon.
- Appearance: Black tiger shrimp has a larger, thicker body compared to white leg shrimp, and its size is significantly bigger. Notably, it has large, strong claws, making it easy to identify.
- Habitat: It primarily inhabits saline waters, found in the wild and farmed in coastal saline regions.
- Quality: Black tiger shrimp has a rich, sweet flavor, with thick, firm meat and a distinctive taste. It is favored for high-end dishes.
- Usage: Commonly used in gourmet dishes, such as steamed shrimp, grilled shrimp, or in hot pots.
Giant Freshwater Prawn :
- Scientific name: Macrobrachium rosenbergii.
- Appearance: Giant freshwater prawn has a long, strong body, and is especially recognized for its large, dark green claws. Its color is mostly blue or green.
- Habitat: This species is typically found in freshwater environments, particularly in areas with a pH ranging from neutral to slightly alkaline.
- Quality: The meat of giant freshwater prawn is very firm and sweet, especially in the head and body. It has a distinctive aroma when cooked.
- Usage: Commonly used in dishes like stir-fried prawns, grilled prawns, or hot pot, and is especially suitable for flavorful, rich dishes.
Summary:
- White leg shrimp: Small, soft meat, easy to cook.
- Black tiger shrimp: Large body, firm, sweet meat, ideal for high-end dishes.
- Giant freshwater prawn: Long body with large claws, sweet and firm meat, perfect for stir-fries or hot pots.
We hope that the basic knowledge shared above will help you easily and quickly distinguish between the different types of shrimp!
F Seafood is proud to be a supplier of high-quality black tiger shrimp, white leg shrimp, and more, exported directly from Vietnam. With a certified inspection team, we are committed to maintaining top-notch quality and meeting international standards. Don’t hesitate to contact us now for more information!
