Begin setting aside the parts of the prawn that you don’t plan on eating. You can do this on the edge of the dish or on a napkin. [1] X Research source The prawn’s head is a shell segment that is separate from the rest of the body. [2] X Research source
Keep separating the removed pieces of prawn so that they do not get mixed in with the rest of your meal. [4] X Research source If you can’t find the shell at first, turn the prawn on its back. Start by inserting your knife near the head and slicing downwards to get better traction while separating the shell from the body. [5] X Research source
While the intestinal tract is not dangerous to eat, it will change the texture of a cooked prawn. [8] X Research source Be sure to place the prawn’s vein among the other inedible parts. [9] X Research source On their own, prawns can be paired with a variety of dishes (i. e, pasta, pizza, curry, burgers). [10] X Research source
When cooked properly, prawn shells can be eaten. [15] X Research source Prawn shells contain chitosan, a substance believed to help in lowering cholesterol. Still, most people enjoy shrimp shells for their texture alone. [16] X Research source
Once the shell has been removed, the remaining tail section will be significantly harder than the rest of the prawn. This should make it easier for you to identify and remove. [19] X Research source
