Spot Prawns (Amaebi), Live

Spot prawns are alive when packed for shipping. Due to their delicate nature we do not guarantee they will be live upon delivery. They will, however, be fresh and safe to eat upon delivery. Our spot prawns, also known as sweet shrimp, are responsibly trap-harvested off the coast of Southern California from mid-February into the fall. We receive them live, store them live in our tanks, and carefully package them per order to ensure that they arrive fresh at your door. Spot prawns have the sweetest taste of any shrimp with a soft lobster-like texture and silky finish. They are quite popular in sushi bars, where they are known as amaebi. Their ample tails are commonly eaten raw as sashimi or sushi, while the heads are often deep fried and enjoyed whole. Alternatively, you can grill or boil these shrimp as you would other types of shrimp, or use them for shrimp tempura! Making paella? Top with a few cooked spot prawns for the ultimate presentation! Please note that spot prawns are not all the same size and we cannot guarantee the number of shrimp you will receive. The average size is typically 7-10 shrimp per pound; however, at times they do run larger at 5-7 shrimp per pound. Spot Prawns FAQs