{"title":"Speciality Prawns","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eWe carry a wide range of premium prawns, each with its own character — from the deep-water scarlet \u003cem\u003eCarabineros\u003c\/em\u003e of the Iberian coast to the sweet, snap-textured Spencer Gulf prawns of South Australia. Different species, different waters, different applications in the kitchen. The collection above reflects what's available now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eThe Range\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eCarabineros\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eThe deep-water scarlet prawns prized across Spain and Portugal — intensely flavoured, with rich, almost briny meat and heads packed with flavour for sauces. Among the most striking-looking prawns in the world, vivid red even before cooking. Grill simply over high heat with olive oil and sea salt, or use the heads as the base for a serious bisque.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eGambero Rosso\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eThe red prawns of Mazara del Vallo in Sicily — sweet, delicate, and outstanding served raw or barely cooked. The classic preparation is crudo: split, dressed with good olive oil and a few flakes of salt, eaten immediately. Cooking these any harder than a brief sear is a waste of what they are.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eObsiblue\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eSustainably farmed in the pristine Pacific waters of New Caledonia. Firm, clean and versatile — a chef's prawn, well suited to refined preparations where consistency and presentation matter. Excellent pan-seared, grilled, or used raw in a tartare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eWild Jumbo Tiger Prawns\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eThe everyday workhorse at a high level. Large, meaty, with a clean flavour that takes well to bold seasoning. Excellent in pasta, stir-fries, curries and grilled dishes. Buy by size — the larger grades reward a simple grill with garlic butter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eWild Argentinian Prawns\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eWild-caught in the South Atlantic. Naturally sweeter and softer than tiger prawns, with a delicate flavour that suits lighter preparations — light pasta sauces, ceviche, grilled with citrus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eSpencer Gulf Prawns\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eWild-caught from Western Australia. Sweet, clean flavour and a satisfying snap to the texture — one of the best all-rounders in the range. Hold up well to direct heat and need very little in the way of dressing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eBrown Shrimp\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eTiny, sweet and intensely flavoured — a British classic. The traditional preparation is potted shrimp with mace and clarified butter on hot toast, but they're equally good as a finishing garnish for fish dishes, in salads with samphire and brown bread, or folded through scrambled eggs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eCooking Premium Prawns\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eWe strongly recommend peeling prawns before cooking in most cases — the pleasure of eating should never be hindered by the chore of peeling. The exception is shell-on cooking over open flame or charcoal, where the shell protects the flesh and adds flavour through char.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eDon't discard the shells. They're the foundation of an excellent bisque, a prawn-shell butter, or a stock for risotto and pasta sauce. Roast the shells in a hot oven with a little oil until deep red and fragrant, then simmer with aromatics, tomato and a splash of brandy for the base of any classic prawn sauce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eFor Carabineros and Gambero Rosso, the heads are where most of the flavour lives — squeeze the juices into the cooking pan, or save them entirely for the sauce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eStorage \u0026amp; Defrosting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eAll prawns arrive frozen. Defrost overnight in a colander in the fridge — never in warm water, which destroys the texture. Pat dry thoroughly before cooking; surface moisture is the enemy of a good sear. Use within 2 days of thawing and do not refreeze.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eDelivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eUK next-working-day delivery on orders placed before 2pm. Complimentary weekday delivery on orders over £225.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"carabineros-scarlet-prawns","title":"Carabineros Prawns (Scarlet Red Prawns)","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eCarabineros (\u003cem\u003eAristaeopsis edwardsiana\u003c\/em\u003e) are wild-caught deep-sea prawns from the Eastern Atlantic, sold whole, head-on, and frozen raw. Their name comes from the \u003cem\u003ecarabineros\u003c\/em\u003e — the Spanish border guards whose uniforms matched the prawns' vivid scarlet shells. That colour is not a result of cooking; carabineros are a striking bright red even when raw, and it holds through to the plate. These are among the largest and most intensely flavoured prawns in the world, caught at depths of 200–600 metres off the coasts of Spain, Portugal, and Mozambique depending on the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWhat sets carabineros apart from other premium prawns is the depth and concentration of their flavour. The tail meat is firm, sweet, and rich — closer to lobster than to a conventional prawn — but the head is where much of the value lies. It contains a dense, deeply savoury coral that professional kitchens use as the foundation for bisques, prawn sauces, and stock reductions. Nothing should be wasted: shells and heads deliver an extraordinary amount of flavour when roasted or simmered, turning a deep, brick-red colour and producing a stock that forms the backbone of some of the finest shellfish cookery in Spanish, Portuguese, French, and Italian cuisine. Available in three grades — XL, XXL, and XXXL — with the largest specimens reaching well over 100g per prawn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wild-caught by deep-sea trawl in the Eastern Atlantic. Sourced seasonally from Spain or Mozambique depending on availability. Flash-frozen at sea or immediately after landing to preserve freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store frozen at -18°C or below until the expiration date on the packaging. Once thawed, refrigerate and cook within 24 hours. Do not refreeze after thawing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllergens:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crustaceans (prawns).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"REACH FOODS","offers":[{"title":"Whole XL Carabineros 500g - 8\/10 prawns","offer_id":55351797973377,"sku":"CARAXL500","price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Whole XXL Carabineros 1kg - 8\/12 prawns","offer_id":55145767797121,"sku":"CARAXXL1000","price":190.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Whole XXXL Carabineros 1kg± - 5\/8 Prawns","offer_id":41775236055145,"sku":"CARAXXL-800","price":220.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0021\/0862\/0858\/products\/IMG_0006-2.jpg?v=1719300505"},{"product_id":"gambero-rossa-scarlet-prawns","title":"Gambero Rosso (Sicilian Red Prawns)","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eGambero rosso (\u003cem\u003eAristaeomorpha foliacea\u003c\/em\u003e), wild-caught deep-sea red prawns from the Mediterranean waters off Mazara del Vallo in southwestern Sicily. These are sold whole, head-on, individually quick-frozen, in 900g boxes containing 15–20 XL prawns. The shell is a deep, glossy red — darker and more violet-toned than the scarlet of carabineros — and the flesh inside is soft, sweet, and creamy with a richness that has made the gambero rosso one of the most prized prawns in Italian gastronomy. They live at depths of around 700 metres, where the strong currents and high mineral content of the seabed produce a texture and flavour profile unlike any shallow-water prawn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe eating quality sits somewhere between the intensity of carabineros and the delicate sweetness of a Dénia red prawn — firmer than you might expect from their size, with a velvety mouthfeel and a subtle smoky finish. The heads are rich and creamy and should not be wasted. In Sicily, gambero rosso are often served raw as crudo, dressed with nothing more than good olive oil, lemon, and flaky salt — and the quality here is good enough to do exactly that. They are equally at home grilled simply with garlic and chilli, tossed through linguine, or served as the centrepiece of a Sicilian-style seafood platter. Sourced from Rosso Di Mazara, a family-owned fishing business established in 1929, carrying Friend of the Sea certification for sustainable fishing practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rosso Di Mazara, Mazara del Vallo, Sicily. Family-owned since 1929. Friend of the Sea certified. Wild-caught by deep-sea trawl in the Mediterranean, individually quick-frozen at sea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gambero rosso (\u003cem\u003eAristaeomorpha foliacea\u003c\/em\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store frozen at -18°C or below until the expiration date on the packaging. Once thawed, refrigerate and cook or serve within 24 hours. Do not refreeze after thawing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNet:\u003c\/strong\u003e 900g (15–20 XL prawns, IQF)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllergens:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crustaceans (prawns).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"REACH FOODS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":23328990462010,"sku":"GROSS900","price":118.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0021\/0862\/0858\/products\/GamberoRossa-RossodiMazara.jpg?v=1778489848"},{"product_id":"obsiblue-prawns","title":"Obsiblue Prawns (New Caledonian Blue Prawns)","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eObsiblue prawns (\u003cem\u003eLitopenaeus stylirostris\u003c\/em\u003e), raised in the pristine lagoon waters off the west coast of New Caledonia in the South Pacific. These are striking prawns — the shells carry a deep blue-grey iridescence that is unique to the species and the environment in which they are raised. The flesh is firm, sweet, and juicy with a distinctive briny-sweet character and a buttery, almost creamy finish that puts them closer to langoustine in flavour than to a conventional prawn. They remain firm and retain their shape when cooked, and the quality of the flesh makes them one of very few prawns recognised in Japan as suitable for raw preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eObsiblue production is unlike any conventional prawn farming. The lagoon in which the prawns are raised is a UNESCO World Heritage-listed marine environment, and fewer than 100 tonnes are harvested each year by small-scale producers who have been working this water for over 30 years. The density is extremely low, the prawns grow at their own pace on a natural diet, and the harvest is traditional. The result is a prawn with a texture and complexity of flavour that intensive aquaculture cannot replicate. Obsiblue are at their finest served raw — peeled, sliced, and dressed with nothing more than good olive oil, a squeeze of citrus, and flaky salt — but they also work well with the light, clean aromatics of Japanese and Southeast Asian cooking: ginger, lemongrass, yuzu, and fresh chilli.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Raised in low-density lagoon aquaculture on the west coast of New Caledonia. UNESCO World Heritage-listed marine environment. Fewer than 100 tonnes harvested annually. Traditional harvest methods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Obsiblue prawns (\u003cem\u003eLitopenaeus stylirostris\u003c\/em\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store frozen at -18°C or below until the expiration date on the packaging. Once thawed, refrigerate and cook or serve within 24 hours. 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The count is 20–30 per kilogram — a good, usable size that works across a wide range of preparations from a quick midweek linguine to a proper barbecue spread. The flesh is firm, sweet, and clean-flavoured with a satisfying snap when you bite through it, and the shells turn a bright orange-pink when cooked. Spencer Gulf king prawns are widely regarded as among the finest wild prawns produced anywhere in Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe Spencer Gulf fishery is one of the most sustainably managed prawn fisheries in the world, with strict quotas, seasonal closures, and real-time monitoring of stock levels. The combination of clean, temperate waters and a well-regulated wild catch produces a prawn with a noticeably better texture and flavour than farmed alternatives. These are versatile, everyday prawns in the best sense — equally at home tossed through pasta, roasted with chilli and garlic, charred on a barbecue, or peeled and served cold in a classic prawn cocktail. The IQF freezing means you can take out exactly as many as you need and leave the rest in the freezer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wild-caught in Spencer Gulf, South Australia. One of Australia's most sustainably managed prawn fisheries, operating under strict quotas and seasonal closures. IQF frozen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e King prawns (\u003cem\u003eMelicertus latisulcatus\u003c\/em\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store frozen at -18°C or below until the expiration date on the packaging. Once thawed, refrigerate and cook within 24 hours. 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These legendary gamba roja thrive in the perfect conditions of the Mediterranean's deepest waters, developing their distinctive sweet flavour and delicate texture that has made them one of the most coveted crustaceans in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eCarefully selected and sorted by Denia's expert fishermen, these prawns represent the pinnacle of Mediterranean seafood. Size variation occurs naturally between genders, with females being larger and males smaller. Despite their current status as a culinary treasure, gamba roja once had humble beginnings — fishermen historically discarded them or used them only for stock, unaware of the exceptional delicacy they were releasing back to the sea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eEach prawn is individually quick frozen to preserve the pristine quality and sweet, mineral-rich flavour that develops in the deep Mediterranean waters. Their vibrant red colour and exceptional taste make them the ultimate expression of Spanish seafood excellence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caught by traditional fishermen operating from the historic port of Denia, working the deep Mediterranean waters between Denia and Ibiza using sustainable fishing methods that have been refined over generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Denia, Mediterranean Coast, Spain\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep frozen until ready to use. Defrost in refrigerator for 2-3 hours before cooking. Once defrosted, use within 24 hours. Do not refreeze.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllergens:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crustaceans\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TXULETA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40593281450089,"sku":"DEN500","price":92.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0021\/0862\/0858\/products\/DENIAREDPRAWNS_FINE_WILDUK.jpg?v=1719304369"},{"product_id":"wild-argentinian-prawns","title":"Wild Argentinian Prawns","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWild Argentinian prawns (\u003cem\u003ePleoticus muelleri\u003c\/em\u003e), caught in the cold South Atlantic waters off the Patagonian coast and frozen raw, shell-on, head-on. These are substantial prawns — roughly 15 per kilogram — with a pale pink shell and firm, sweet flesh that has a clean, natural flavour quite unlike farmed prawns. The cold, nutrient-rich waters of the Argentine continental shelf produce a prawn with a meaty texture and a gentle sweetness that works across a wide range of preparations, from a simple grill with garlic and lemon to paella, linguine, and prawn cocktail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eArgentinian prawns have become one of the most popular wild-caught prawns in European professional kitchens over the past decade, and for good reason. They offer genuine quality at a price point that makes them practical for everyday cooking as well as special occasions. The flesh is tender and juicy without being soft, the flavour is mild and sweet without the iodine edge that some tropical prawns carry, and the size means they hold their own as a centrepiece rather than disappearing into a dish. Sold raw and shell-on, which gives you the option to peel before cooking or cook in the shell for more flavour. The pale pink colour of the shell is natural to the species and does not indicate a lack of freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wild-caught by trawl in the South Atlantic off Patagonia, Argentina. Frozen at sea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Argentinian prawns (\u003cem\u003ePleoticus muelleri\u003c\/em\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store frozen at -18°C or below until the expiration date on the packaging. Once thawed, refrigerate and cook within 24 hours. 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These are genuinely large prawns — 3 to 6 per kilogram — with distinctive dark grey-brown striped shells that turn a deep orange-pink when cooked. The flesh is firm, meaty, and mildly sweet with a clean flavour and a satisfying bite that sets wild-caught tiger prawns apart from their farmed equivalents. The size and texture are closer to lobster tail than to a conventional prawn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWild tiger prawns from the Atlantic have a markedly different flavour profile to farmed specimens from Southeast Asia. The cold, open-ocean conditions and natural diet produce denser flesh, a cleaner sweetness, and none of the flat, muddy notes that farmed tiger prawns can carry. At this size, each prawn is a substantial piece of food in its own right — ideal for grilling whole on a barbecue, roasting in a hot oven, or splitting and cooking on a plancha. The shells and heads carry excellent flavour and should be kept for stock if not eaten. These are prawns that earn their place as a centrepiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wild-caught by trawl in the Eastern Central Atlantic (FAO Area 34). Frozen at sea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Giant tiger prawns (\u003cem\u003ePenaeus monodon\u003c\/em\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store frozen at -18°C or below until the expiration date on the packaging. Once thawed, refrigerate and cook within 24 hours. 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The flesh is firm but tender, with a long elegant body and a pearlescent translucency in the raw state that turns to coral pink on cooking. The flavour is delicate, sweet, deeply marine — and the eating quality is the reason this prawn has its own dedicated festivals and traditions across the Andalusian coast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe prawns are wild-caught by the Andalusian inshore fleet from the fishing ports of Ayamonte, Isla Cristina, Huelva and Punta Umbría — all working harbours auctioning the day's catch each morning in the same way they have for centuries. Each prawn is whole, head-on and shell-on, individually quick-frozen (IQF) on the boats within hours of catch to preserve the texture, the sweetness, and the prized flavour in the head — which any serious cook will tell you is where the real eating sits. 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Whatever you cook with them, the head should always be sucked first — that is the entire point of buying prawns of this quality, and a plate of these without head-sucking is missing the best part of the experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wild-caught by the Andalusian inshore fleet, Huelva and Gulf of Cádiz, Spain (FAO Area 27)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/strong\u003e Atlantic white shrimp (\u003cem\u003eParapenaeus longirostris\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Whole, head-on, shell-on, IQF frozen  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep frozen at –18°C or below. 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