


If Frozen: Defrost shrimp in the refrigerator or in cold water. Do not defrost in a warm place or microwave. Shrimp deteriorates quickly in warm air, and they need to be kept cold. Once defrosted, shrimp should be prepared and served within 3 days. Do not re-freeze once thawed.
Peeling: Remove the shell before cooking if the shrimp will be served in hot liquid. Leave the shell on if boiling shrimp, or if grilling as the shell protects the meat. Note: Discarded shells can be saved for later use. Bag and freeze them for when you want to make shrimp stock, bisque or seafood soups.
Deveining: Although not necessary, some prefer their shrimp deveined. We recommend investing in a handy shrimp cleaner tool – an indispensable kitchen gadget that splits the shell and removes the vein in one motion!