Introduction
Indulge your palate in the exquisite world of seafood luxury with our Jumbo Prawns – the epitome of oceanic opulence. Harvested from pristine waters, these succulent giants boast a taste that transcends ordinary shrimp.
Their colossal size promises a mouthwatering experience, while the firm yet tender texture ensures a delightful bite. Renowned for their sweet, briny flavor, our Jumbo Prawns elevate every culinary creation to a gourmet masterpiece. Whether grilled, BBQ, steamed, sautéed, or added to your favorite dishes, these majestic crustaceans redefine seafood indulgence.
Elevate your dining experience and savor the unparalleled freshness and taste of our Jumbo Prawns, available exclusively at Niwan Seafood.
Flavor Profile
Jumbo-size Indian white prawns offer a distinctive taste profile that seafood enthusiasts find appealing. These prawns are renowned for their sweet and mild flavor with a subtle brininess that reflects their marine origin.
The flesh is firm and slightly chewy, providing a satisfying texture. When cooked, they absorb flavors well, making them versatile for various culinary preparations.
Nomenclature
- English Name: Indian Prawn, Indian White Prawn, Indian Shrimp
- Local Name: Jaira, Saana, Kalri, Madak, Pattas
- Scientific Name: Penaeus (Fenneropenaeus) indicus
Habitat
They inhabit a diverse range of coastal ecosystems. Thriving in brackish water estuaries, they navigate the intricate mangrove areas during their juvenile stages, seeking refuge amidst the protective roots. As adults, these prawns venture into coastal waters, preferring shallow areas with muddy or sandy bottoms.
Their presence extends to tidal creeks and lagoons of Sindh province of Pakistan, where the interplay of salt and freshwater creates an optimal environment for feeding and breeding. Flourishing in the warm embrace of tropical waters, These jumbo prawns also find sanctuary in seagrass beds, contributing to the rich biodiversity of their coastal habitats in Pakistan
Catching Method
They are caught using bottom trawls, cast nets, bag nets, and beach seines
Physical Attributes
Carapace rather smooth lacking gastro frontal and hepatic crests; rostrum slightly curved at tip and sigmoidal-shaped with 7–9 teeth on dorsal and 3–6 teeth on ventral margin; 3rd maxilliped of male with distal segment (a) about as long as 2nd segment (b) which bears atuft of dense long hairs.
Color
The body is semi-translucent, somewhat yellowish-white (small specimens) or greyish green, and covered with numerous minute dark brown dots; distal part of uropod is yellowish with red margins; antennal flagella is somewhat yellowish.
Size
On average, large prawns are 25 – 30 whole prawns in a Kg.
Peeling Preferences
Large prawns are preferred to be used whole, head-off, and tail-on
Approx. Peeling Yields
- Whole: 100 %
- Head-off: 70 %
- Tail ON: 55 %
- Full Peeled: 50 %
Cooking Preferences
Large prawns are preferred for grilling, tempura, bbq, and other international culinary requirements.
Health Benefits
- Heart friendly
- Lowers Blood Pressure
- Improves Immune System
- Strengthens the bones
- Improves Skin and Hair health
