Small Prawns (100–120 Pieces) — Light, Juicy & Perfect for Curry, Biryani, Pasta & Everyday Cooking | Nationwide Delivery
Small Prawns — 100 to 120 pieces per kg — are the perfect choice for anyone who wants flavor-packed, quick-cooking, versatile seafood for everyday meals. These small-sized prawns are naturally tender, mildly sweet, and absorb masala beautifully, making them ideal for prawn curry, biryani, pulao, pasta, fried rice, tempura, omelettes, soups, and stir-fries.
Because of their small size, they cook in minutes and blend effortlessly into gravies, rice dishes, and snacks. They’re also great for people who want seafood that’s light, easy to digest, and convenient to prepare.
For customers living outside Karachi — in Lahore, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Faisalabad, Multan, Peshawar, Sialkot — these prawns are delivered in temperature-controlled cold-chain packaging, keeping them fresh, clean, and ready to cook.
Similar Seafood to Try
If you like small prawns, you may also enjoy: Medium Prawns (50–60 pcs), Large Prawns (35–40 pcs), Flower Prawns (30–35 pcs)
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 Small Prawns (100–120 pcs) Are a Household Favorite
Perfect for Everyday Recipes – Curry, rice, pasta, snacks
Small, Juicy, Flavorful – Mild sweetness with great bite
Quick Cooking – Ready in minutes
Absorbs Masala Extremely Well
Budget-Friendly & High Value – Many pieces per kg
Great for Kids – Soft, easy-to-digest prawns
Nationwide Delivery – Freshness preserved in chilled packaging
Hygienically Cleaned & Packed – Ready to cook
Health Benefits of Small Prawns
High in Lean Protein – Excellent for strength & fitness
Low in Calories & Fat – Ideal for healthy diets
Rich in Omega-3 Fatty Acids – Boosts heart & brain health
Great Source of B12, Iodine & Selenium – Supports immunity & metabolism
Easy to Digest – Suitable for children & seniors
Cooking Inspiration
Small Prawn Curry / Masala – Soft prawns that take in flavors deeply
Prawn Biryani or Pulao – Juicy bites in every spoonful
Prawn Fried Rice – Chinese-style perfection
Garlic Butter Small Prawns – Quick, delicious, and aromatic
Prawn Tempura / Popcorn Prawns – Light, crispy snacks
Prawn Spaghetti / Alfredo – Mild, sweet prawns in creamy sauces
Prawn Omelette or Wraps – Quick protein-packed meals
Chef’s Tip: Because small prawns cook extremely fast, remove from heat as soon as they turn pink and curled to avoid overcooking.
Small Prawns – FAQ
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Are these prawns fresh? | Yes — delivered chilled through cold-chain logistics. |
| Do small prawns cook fast? | Very fast — they’re ready within minutes. |
| Are they good for biryani and curry? | Perfect — they blend and absorb flavors well. |
| Are they good for kids? | Yes — soft, mild, and easy to digest. |
| Can I freeze them? | Absolutely — they freeze and thaw well. |
| Do they have a strong smell? | No — fresh prawns have a mild, pleasant aroma. |
| Are they cleaned? | Yes — hygienically washed and prepared. |
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