ONLY SHRIMP

Shrimp, decoded

The practical shrimp guide

Buy it better, understand where it came from, and cook it without turning it rubbery.

01Decode the bagCounts, forms, quality cues02Know your shrimpNames, texture, origin03Cook with confidenceMethods and 10 recipes04Shop thoughtfullyLabels and traceability

A better shrimp counter conversation

Shrimp is simple to cook.
The label is the complicated part.

“Large,” “Gulf,” “prawn,” “fresh,” and “wild” can sound precise while leaving important details unanswered. Only Shrimp helps you translate size counts, production methods, origin labels and package language into useful choices.

Start with the exact questions that matter: What species or market name is it? Where was it harvested or raised? Is it raw or cooked? What is the count per pound? How was it frozen? Is there a credible certification or recommendation?

Explore the guide

From water to weeknight dinner

FIELD GUIDE

Types of shrimp

White, brown, pink, tiger, rock, spot prawn, Argentine red and more—without pretending common names are universal.

COMPARE

Wild vs farmed

A balanced look at harvest, ponds, flavor, cost, impacts, safety and traceability.

TRACE

Where shrimp comes from

Why country, region, species, method and cold chain belong in the same conversation.

UNDERSTAND

Nutrition in context

Lean protein and key nutrients, plus honest notes on allergy, sodium, cholesterol and pregnancy.

The one label skill to learn

21/25 is more useful than “jumbo.”

The number means roughly 21 to 25 shrimp per pound. A lower count means larger individual shrimp. Retail size words vary; counts travel better.

See the size chart
21to25shrimp per pound

Tonight's plan

Thaw safely, dry well, season just before cooking, use high enough heat, and stop as soon as the flesh turns opaque and pearly.

GrillSautéSteamBroilAir fry
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Built to be checked

Claims should lead somewhere.

Food-safety guidance points to FDA and FoodSafety.gov. U.S. species information points to NOAA Fisheries. Sustainability labels link to their official programs. Recommendations and retailer availability change, so check the current product and program page.

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