Shrimp

Small decapod crustaceans (*Penaeidae, Pandalidae*) harvested worldwide — the most consumed seafood in the United States. Sweet, briny flesh that turns from translucent grey-blue to opaque pink in seconds. Sold by count-per-pound (U-15 jumbo down to 61/70 small). Prawns are similar and often used interchangeably. Star in shrimp scampi, Thai tom yum, Spanish gambas al ajillo, Cajun étouffée, and Southeast Asian curries.