What is Sweet Shrimp? Nutritional Facts, Calories & Taste

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What is Sweet Shrimp?

Sweet shrimp, also called spot prawns or amaebi are a large shrimp with a short season of availability. They are favored for their firm texture and sweet taste, which is sometimes described as being similar to lobster. Though shrimp is not usually eaten raw, this one is often eaten raw as they are at their sweetest before being cooked. The head is eaten too, as it is prized for its juicy flavor. Spot shrimp cook quickly and should never be mushy, a mushy spot prawn is a sign that it has gone bad.

What does Sweet Shrimp Taste Like?

Salty

Salty is one of the five main tastes. It has a satisfying and addictive quality with hints of sourness. Salty foods include cheeses, cured meats, chips, and olives. It is used in almost every dish and prepared food. Salt is added to enhance flavor and offer a distinctly salty taste.

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Sweet Shrimp Nutritional Facts and Calories

Serving Size: 1 Cup128g

Cup

	Amount Per Serving	% Daily Value
Calories	109kcal	5%
Fats	1g	1%
Sat. fats	0g	0%
Mono. Fats	0g	0%
Trans fats	0g	0%
Carbs	0g	0%
Sugars	0g	0%
Fiber	0g	0%
Proteins	26g	34%
Cholesterol	206mg	69%
Sodium	152mg	7%

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much protein is in Sweet Shrimp?

1 Cup of Sweet Shrimp contains 26 g of protein.

How many carbs are in Sweet Shrimp?

1 Cup of Sweet Shrimp contains 0 g of carbs.

How much fat is in Sweet Shrimp?

1 Cup of Sweet Shrimp contains 1 g of fat.

How much sugar is in Sweet Shrimp?

1 Cup of Sweet Shrimp contains 0 g of sugar.

How many calories are in 1 Cup of Sweet Shrimp?

There are 109 calories in 1 Cup of Sweet Shrimp.

How many calories are in 1 Large unit of Sweet Shrimp?

There are 12 calories in 1 Large unit of Sweet Shrimp.

How many calories are in 1 Small unit of Sweet Shrimp?

There are 7 calories in 1 Small unit of Sweet Shrimp.

How many calories are in 1 Medium unit of Sweet Shrimp?

There are 9 calories in 1 Medium unit of Sweet Shrimp.

How many calories are in 1 oz of Sweet Shrimp?

There are 24 calories in 1 oz of Sweet Shrimp.

How many calories are in 1 pound of Sweet Shrimp?

There are 386 calories in 1 pound of Sweet Shrimp.