Small Prawns
Original price was: ₨ 1,250.₨ 999Current price is: ₨ 999.
Small Prawns were fresh caught from the sea and are highly suitable for regular consumption. Sweet, neutral flavor, soft and rich taste make them a hit with everyone. Fry, grill, or mix with curries; they impart a splash of freshness and taste to each meal.
What Size You Get: Approximately 40–50 prawns per Kg.
Note: All prices are on a pre-peeling/cleaning weight basis. Your final delivery weight will be charged as per your method of peeling or cleaning.
Small Prawns or commonly referred to as Jhinga in Pakistan, are one of the most varied seafood dishes found in Pakistan. Due to the fact that they are extremely small in size, preparation is also extremely easy and has a sweet and light, well-balanced taste. They are eaten due to their affordability and freshness, and pair extremely well with any diet meal.
Flavor Profile
Small Prawns are lean, naturally sweet, and need to be eaten with desi spices or minimal seasoning. Small Prawns are excellent in absorbing marinades and frying uniformly, and are ideal for curries, pasta, or fried snacks.
Nomenclature
- English Name: Small Prawns
- Local Name: Jhinga
- Scientific Name: Penaeus indicus
Freshness and Taste
Here at Seafresh, our Fresh Small Prawns are fresh-caught and on your plate. Smooth, succulent flesh in every mouthful is a flavour experience. Fried, grilled, or steamed, light, fresh, divine every time.
Why People Love Them
Small Prawns are the people’s favorite as they are economical, simple to prepare, and even simple to play around with in terms of flavor. Fried food bits, spicy curries, family meals, weekday lunches, and celebration meals are all perfect for these prawns.
Nutrition and Perks
Small Prawns are rich in proteins, high in Omega-3 fatty acids, and minerals. They are bone-friendly, heart-friendly, skin-friendly, and hair-friendly as well. Being low-calorie too, they are most suitable for a healthy, balanced diet.
Cooking Tips
Small Prawns fry very quickly and only take a few minutes to do so, and therefore are best reserved for quick cooking. They may be stir-fried in chili and garlic, served atop rice, or made into a curry. The instant they turn pink and tender, they are ready to enjoy.
Peeling Preferences
They may be whole, head-off, or fully peeled, your choice, and the recipe and your taste.
Approx. Peeling Yields:
- Whole: 100%
- Head-off: 70%
- Tail-on: 55%
- Fully Peeled: 50%
Health Benefits
- Improves heart and bone health
- Boosts the immune system
- Shine on skin and hair
- High protein, low calorie
- Rich in Omega-3 fatty acids
| Cutting | Slices with skin & centre bone, Whole (gutted), Whole (Uncleaned), Whole but head remove |
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