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Nutritional Values
290kcal
60gProtein
—Carbs
5gFat
—Fibre
350 gServing
* Per serving · 350 g. May vary.
Allergens
🦐 Shellfish
Spot Prawns
How to order / say it
Say it
Spot Prawns — [spaht PRAWNZ]
Order
I'd like the spot prawns, please.
Locally
Je voudrais les crevettes tachetées, s'il vous plaît.
Say locally
Sustainable, sweet prawns from the local Pacific waters, best eaten fresh.
Why try it?
Spot prawns are symbolic of Vancouver's dedication to sustainable seafood practices. Their fresh sweetness and local sourcing play into the community's values and exceptional quality in dining experiences.
How it tastes
Spot prawns deliver a firm texture and a natural sweetness that needs little embellishment. Lightly seared or steamed, they offer a taste of pure ocean goodness with a mildly sweet and tender bite.
Origin & History — first documented: 1900
These prawns have been integral to the Pacific Northwest’s fishing scene since the late 1900s, prized for their sustainability and delicate flavor. They continue to be a cherished seasonal delicacy in Vancouver's culinary landscape.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🦐 500 g fresh spot prawns
- 🫒 2 tbsp olive oil
- 🧄 2 cloves garlic
- 🍋 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 🌿 1 tbsp parsley
Method
- 1 Heat olive oil in a pan and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- 2 Add spot prawns and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink.
- 3 Squeeze lemon juice over prawns and sprinkle with parsley.
- 4 Serve hot, garnished with extra parsley.
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