Fresh Flower Prawns (30–35 Pieces) – Juicy, Flavorful & Ideal for Everyday Cooking
Flower Prawns (30–35 Pieces) are a popular, versatile prawn size loved for their juicy texture, mild sweetness, and fast cooking time. This size is well-suited for households that want consistent results across a variety of desi recipes without the heaviness of extra-large prawns.
The flesh is tender yet structured, allowing these prawns to cook evenly while absorbing spices and gravies beautifully. Flower prawns of this size work exceptionally well in prawn curry, masala fry, karahi, stir-fries, and rice dishes, making them a dependable choice for daily meals and quick home cooking.
At Anbar Fish, Flower Prawns (30–35 Pieces) are carefully cleaned, hygienically processed, and delivered via nationwide cold-chain logistics, ensuring freshness and quality for customers across Pakistan.
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Flavor Profile
Both shrimp and prawns are similar in regards to their basic flavor profile, with the primary differences in taste and texture being due to diet, habitat, and region rather than if it’s a shrimp or a prawn. They have a mild, nutty flavor and firm texture, and can reach lengths of up to eight inches. They are versatile enough to cook in many ways.
Nomenclature
- English Name: Indian Prawn, Indian White Prawn, Indian Shrimp
- Local Name: Jaira, Saana, Kalri, Madak, Pattas
- Scientific Name: Penaeus (Fenneropenaeus) indicus
Habitat
They are found near shelf areas from the coastline and on Soft bottoms from the shore down to deeper waters.
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, white prawns are 3 to 6 inches ( whole ). However other sizes are also occasionally available.
Peeling Preferences
Medium prawns are preferred to be used Whole, Head-off & Deveined, Tail ON & deveined, and peeled & deveined.
Approx. Peeling Yields
- Whole: 100 %
- Head-off: 70 %
- Tail ON: 55 %
- Full Peeled: 50 %
Why Flower Prawns (30–35 Pieces) are Popular
- Balanced size for everyday cooking
- Juicy texture with a pleasant bite
- Absorbs masala and gravies evenly
- Cooks quickly without turning rubbery
- Budget-friendly and versatile
Health Benefits of Flower Prawns
- High in lean protein
- Naturally low in fat
- Supports muscle health and daily energy
- Light yet satisfying seafood option
- Suitable for balanced, everyday diets
(Fresh seafood with no artificial additives or preservatives)
Best Ways to Cook Flower Prawns (30–35 Pieces)
Prawn Curry – Onion-tomato gravy
Masala Fry – Shallow fried with desi spices
Prawn Karahi – Medium spice, thick masala
Prawn Rice / Pulao – Even cooking size
Stir-Fry – Quick, juicy results
Chef Tip: Cook on medium-high heat and remove as soon as prawns turn pink and firm. Overcooking reduces juiciness.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Are Flower Prawns (30–35) raw? | Yes, they are delivered fresh and raw. |
| Is this size good for curry? | Yes, it is excellent for prawn curries and gravies. |
| Do they cook quickly? | Yes, this size cooks fast and evenly. |
| Are they cleaned and deveined? | Yes, properly cleaned before delivery. |
| Do you deliver nationwide? | Yes, via cold-chain delivery across Pakistan. |
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