Shell On

Fish

Shell On

Shell-on prawns keep the armour for grilling, barbecuing, and shell-on pan sauces—the shell protects meat and adds flavour when crushed into oils and bisques. Score or butterfly if you want even heat; leave whole for peel-and-eat. Save shells for stock after the meal.

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Characteristics

Preparations

CrackedCraftDiscardedSteamed Closed

Traits

HardProtectiveStock PotentialUsually Not Eaten

Nutrition and pairings

Nutrition

Typical values per 100 g edible portion. Nutrient names open the reference page.

Nutrition Facts

Per 100 g edible portion

Calories 18

Amount per 100 g

  • Total Fat 0.25 g
  • Saturated Fat 0.05 g
  • Trans Fat 0 g
  • Monounsaturated Fat 0.1 g
  • Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1 g
  • Cholesterol 54.7 mg
  • Sodium 77.8 mg
  • Salt 0.2 g
  • Total Carbohydrate 0 g
  • Dietary Fibre 0 g
  • Total Sugars 0 g
  • Complex / starch 0 g
  • Protein 3.93 g
  • Water 72.1 g
Detailed nutrients

Shell is largely mineral; edible value is minimal except as calcium source when finely prepared.

History

Shell-on prawns were grilled and boiled as the everyday coastal form.

Barbecue and Spanish-style garlic prawns popularised shell-on cooking in home kitchens.

Chefs insisted on shell-on prawns for maximum flavour in pans and on grills.

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