Jumbo frozen prawns are perfect for summer barbecues or curries and are the best way to cook through an entire batch quickly. These shell-on prawns have shorter cooking times than tail-on shrimp varieties.
Though similar in appearance, it’s essential to distinguish between lobster, shrimp and prawns. Prawns tend to be larger than shrimp and their sweet taste sets them apart with lamellar gills.
Size
Our jumbo frozen prawns come from higher welfare shrimp farms in Thailand and Vietnam, where all necessary peeling or deveining processes have already taken place on-site. They come with their shell still attached for easy preparation without needing peeling or deveining before freezing, making them perfect for use with Tandooris as well as most curries. Having their head still attached means these shrimps make perfect home chefs with little time on their hands or BBQ chefs as they are very forgiving in either pan or grill environments!
These 2-lb bags of frozen peas are easy to defrost; store them in your freezer overnight before rinsing them off in warm water the following morning.
Nutrition
Morrisons Jumbo King Prawns, frozen and cooked, contain approximately 74 Calories of Fat, Protein and Carbs. Sodium levels are low; no cholesterol or trans fats exist. Incorporating essential vitamins such as B6 and folic acid, as well as potassium, calcium magnesium, make this product an excellent source.
Our jumbo prawns come from higher-welfare shrimp farms in Thailand, Vietnam and India and are quickly harvested and frozen to maintain maximum flavour and freshness. With their shell-on structure, they make for very forgiving preparation methods in either the pan or under the grill.
SeaPak Southern Style Jumbo Shrimp are delicious butterfly shrimp coated in a delicate pickle brine before being covered with sweet mustard BBQ sauce, making these the ideal appetiser or meal after an exhausting day of work. These tasty and effortless Southern-style jumbo Shrimp make a fantastic meal and an exceptional appetiser option!
To air-fry: Remove all packaging, arrange prawns in an air fry basket in a single layer, and cook for 7-8 minutes (full bag). Prior to air frying: Place on the baking sheet in the centre of the oven for 22-25 minutes while flipping halfway. After cooking: Drain any extra liquid and enjoy.
Cooking
Most fresh prawns you find at markets have been frozen at some point – often as soon as they’re harvested from the sea – because frozen shrimp is more durable, meaning it can withstand longer transportation and, therefore, have a longer shelf life.
Jumbo frozen prawns can be prepared in various ways, just as with freshly caught ones. It is key not to overcook them; shellfish, like prawns, cook quickly, so it is easy to overdo it accidentally.
To avoid this scenario, the ideal method of defrosting frozen prawns is in the refrigerator. Once defrosted, they can also be frozen again, but make sure that an airtight container or Ziplock bag is used so as not to let any ice melt and cause leakage into their contents.
Once your jumbo frozen prawns have thawed out, drain and dry them thoroughly with paper towels before proceeding with any preparation process. Sautee them in butter before sautéing or marinading with sweet chilli paste (kecap manis) for optimal charring without overcooking; alternatively, you could bake them in the oven for 6-8 minutes to ensure full pink-coloured preparations.
When shopping for shrimp, you’ll notice a number at the end of the package. It’s a seemingly meaningless wildcard in the seafood world, but it actually tells you a lot about what’s inside. The number translates to the size of the shrimp in terms of how many are packed into a pound. It’s an easy way to gauge the quality of the shrimp and choose the best size for your meal.
When the number is higher, the shrimp are larger. It is important because the smaller the shrimp, the more they’ll clump together and stick to each other, making them difficult to cook. On the other hand, large shrimp are much more forgiving when it comes to cooking and will be easier to separate with a knife or fork. Choosing the right shrimp size depends on the dish you’re cooking and your taste preferences.