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Purchase, Handling and Nutrition Information

Texas shrimp are well known for great flavor and extraordinary taste. Nothing else comes close. Texas is one of the top producers of quality, wild-caught shrimp in the nation.

Texas Gulf Shrimp Varieties

The Texas gulf is home to three native species of shrimp, each with its own unique characteristics.

Brown

A nocturnal species caught in deeper, offshore waters, brown shrimp have a bold, distinctive flavor.

White

Tender white shrimp are usually caught near shore and have a sweet flavor.

Pink

A less common variety in the Texas marketplace, pink shrimp have a firm, tender texture and mild sweet taste.

Purchasing Tips

 

How Much to Buy

 

Safe Seafood Handling Tips

 

Cooking/Nutrition Tips

 

Shelling

 

To devein or not to devein?

 

Wine and Shrimp Pairings

 

Nutrition and Shrimp

 


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