What kind of shrimp is fresh_How to tell if the shrimp is fresh

Shrimp is probably a seafood that many people like to eat, because compared with other seafood products, shrimp is simpler to prepare and is easier to buy on the market. However, when selecting shrimps, you need to rely on certain techniques, because some stale shrimps can easily cause food poisoning if eaten. Today's article will give you a detailed introduction on what kind of shrimps are the freshest.

Several key points for choosing fresh shrimps

1. Curved body

Fresh shrimps have complete heads and tails that are tightly connected to the body. The shrimp body is relatively straight and has a certain degree of elasticity and curvature. However, the connection between the head and body, shell and meat of stale shrimps is loose, and the head and tail are easy to fall off or separate, and the original curvature cannot be maintained.

2. Dry body surface

The surface of fresh shrimp is clean and feels dry to the touch. But when the shrimp is about to deteriorate, the granular cells under the carapace that secrete mucus disintegrate, and a large amount of mucus seeps into the body surface, making it feel slippery to the touch. If the shrimp shell is sticky, it means the shrimp has gone bad.

3. Bright colors

The colors of shrimp vary slightly depending on the type of shrimp. Fresh prawns, crayfish, and grass shrimp are blue, sea-caught prawns are pink, and bamboo shrimps and mud shrimps have black and white patterns with a slight pink tint. If the shrimp head is black, it means the shrimp is not fresh. If the whole shrimp is dark and dull in color, it also means it has gone bad.

4. The meat and shell are tightly connected

The shell and meat of fresh shrimp are tightly attached to each other. When you peel the shrimp meat with your hands, the meat is sticky and you need to use a little force to peel off the shell. The intestinal tissue of fresh shrimps is also tightly attached to the shrimp meat. If they become loose, it means that the shrimps are not fresh.

5. No odor

Fresh shrimps have a normal fishy smell. If there is a strange smell, it means the shrimps have gone bad.

In addition, pay attention to safety and hygiene when eating shrimp. Shrimps may carry cold-resistant bacteria and parasites, and even dipping them in vinegar or mustard cannot completely kill them, so it is recommended to eat them after they are thoroughly cooked. Any shrimps that you can’t finish should be refrigerated and heated up before eating again.