Hey there! I’m a huge fan of making shrimp scampi at home, and after years of experimenting with different wines, I’ve learned exactly what works best. Let me share my tried-and-tested guide to picking the perfect white wine for your shrimp scampi! Why White Wine Matters in Shrimp Scampi Before diving into specific wines, let’s … Read more
Hey there! As someone who’s been keeping freshwater shrimp for years, I’m super excited to share everything I know about these fascinating little creatures. The short answer is: Yes, many shrimp species can absolutely thrive in freshwater! But there’s way more to the story than that. The Basics of Freshwater Shrimp Freshwater shrimp have become … Read more
Hey there! I’m super excited to share my tried-and-tested guide for cooking breaded shrimp in the oven. After tons of kitchen experiments (and yes, some fails!), I’ve figured out the perfect timing for crispy, juicy shrimp every time. Quick Answer For the impatient cooks (like me sometimes!), here’s the quick timing guide at 400-425°F: Small/Popcorn … Read more
Hey there! I’ve been getting this question a lot from our blog readers lately so I thought it’s time we dive deep into this seafood mystery. Let me break it down for you in simple terms – shrimp is actually neither fish nor meat in the traditional sense! Weird right? Let’s explore why. The Quick … Read more
Hey there, foodies! Today I’m super excited to share everything you need to know about one of New Orleans’ most iconic sandwiches – the Shrimp Po’ Boy. As someone who’s eaten their fair share of these bad boys, I can tell ya they’re absolutely worth the hype! A Quick History Lesson Y’all might be wondering … Read more
Hey there fellow food lovers! I’ve been getting this question a lot lately so let me cut straight to the chase – yes, you absolutely can microwave raw shrimp! As someone who’s tried various cooking methods, I can tell you that microwaving shrimp isn’t just possible, it can actually give you pretty tasty results when … Read more
Hey there fellow seafood lovers! I’ve cooked thousands of shrimp in my kitchen, and I’m here to share everything I know about getting perfectly cooked stovetop shrimp. Let’s dive right in with the quick answer you’re looking for: Basic Cooking Times for Shrimp on Stovetop (Medium-High Heat): Small shrimp (>30 per pound): 1-2 minutes per … Read more
Hey there fellow cat parents! As a passionate pet blogger, I’ve noticed lots of questions popping up about cats and shrimp. Like, can our furry friends actually be allergic to these tasty crustaceans? Let’s dive deep into this topic and figure out what’s what! Quick Answer Yes, cats can be allergic to shrimp, just like … Read more
Hey there pasta lovers! I’m super excited to share my tried-and-true tips for turning frozen cooked shrimp into delicious pasta dishes. As someone who cooks a lot with frozen shrimp, I’ve learned all the tricks to make it taste just as good as fresh shrimp. Getting Started: Thawing Your Shrimp Right First things first – … Read more
Hey there, fellow food lovers! I’ve been cooking shrimp for years, and lemme tell you – there’s something special about working with those massive colossal shrimp. Today I’m gonna share my favorite ways to cook these beautiful creatures perfectly every single time. What Are Colossal Shrimp Anyway? Before we dive in (pun intended!), let’s talk … Read more