How to Buy the Finest Frozen Prawns

Prawns are a versatile ingredient, a delicious addition to many dishes. They’re also low in saturated fat and contain heart-friendly omega-3 fatty acids.

Learn all about the different types of frozen prawns here, plus how to prepare them for maximum flavour and quality. Discover a range of prawn recipes, including simple sandwiches and hors d’oeuvres.

Tiger prawns

It’s a good idea to buy the finest frozen prawns you can get your hands on. Not only will they taste great, but they will also save you a fortune in the long run!

The first thing you’ll want to do is check out the packaging. Ensure the label is easy to read, and be aware of any special instructions. Often retailers will run specials on 5 kg boxes of prawns, which is a perfect way to keep them on hand when needed.

You’ll also want to look at the ingredients. You’ll want to avoid any additives that can harm your health or cause them to have a funny texture when cooked. For example, sodium tripolyphosphate can cause seafood to absorb water, affecting your dish’s texture.

Another chemical you’ll want to avoid is sodium bisulphite. This chemical is added to the shells of prawns to prevent them from undergoing melanosis or black spot.

This harmless reaction occurs when the prawns are exposed to oxygen, which can darken them and make them look unattractive. It’s not bad, but ensuring you don’t buy a batch of prawns that look brown in the shell is worth knowing.

The finest frozen prawns are those that are free of this chemical. It is also worth checking whether the prawns have been treated with sodium tripolyphosphate and sodium bisulphite, which can make them a bit softer when cooked.

Generally, fresh prawns will smell like the ocean and feel firm to the touch. They should also have intact legs, feelers and eyes and be bright, lustrous and not slimy.

You’ll also want to check that the prawns have been sorted and packed quickly after being caught. Most prawns are quickly sorted and packed when caught, but not all.

Banana prawns

Frozen banana prawns are a favourite among seafood fans, a great option for those who want to add extra colour to their meals. These prawns have a sweet, mild flavour with a fine but firm texture that holds up well to cooking.

These tasty little morsels are a great source of protein and contain vitamin E, omega-3 fatty acids and a wide range of B vitamins. They’re also low in fat and calories, making them a healthy choice for any diet.

You can cook them raw or reheat them after defrosting. They’re a great addition to salads, curries and stews, or grill them and top them with a sprinkle of chilli flakes.

They’re available all year round and are at their best from mid-autumn to early spring. They’re a popular choice for Asian dishes – their sweetness goes well with spicy flavours.

Their size and shape mean they can be used to make various tasty dishes. You can add them to soups or chop them up and use them in prawn cakes or terrines. They’re also good for frying – try a batch of prawn chips for a quick and easy family meal.

There are two main types of banana prawns – regular ones with red legs and white banana ones with yellowish limbs. The latter is a popular choice for Thai curries because of its sweet, mild flavour and fine texture.

You’ll find these prawns in the freezer section of many supermarkets. They’re a great source of vitamin E and can be fried, boiled or steamed. Look for the blue fish tick to be sure they’re sourced from a sustainable wild-capture fishery.

King prawns

Frozen king prawns are available in various sizes and are a great way to prepare your favourite seafood dish. They’re delicious for various dishes, including fried, baked and sautéed and make a fabulous addition to any seafood stew or paella.

They’re also perfect for a classic prawn cocktail with a tangy sauce and crunchy lettuce. We’re proud to offer a selection of the finest frozen king prawns for sale online in Australia, so you can be sure you’ll find something to suit your taste buds and budget.

These king prawns are from the Spencer Gulf in Southern Australia and have been frozen at sea to retain their quality. They’re firm, sweet, and delicate in flavour. They’re perfect for sashimi and can be enjoyed on pasta, in a seafood stir fry, or tossed in tempura batter.

We stock a variety of king prawns in our online shop, including peeled and head-off frozen king prawns and raw king prawns that are IQF (individually quick frozen) to preserve their flavour and texture. They’re also available raw in large and small packs that can be used to prepare delicious dishes such as king prawn soup, a king prawn terrine or king prawn skewers.

The king prawn is an ideal choice for serving up a variety of simple and ready-to-cook meals, as it has a naturally sweet flavour with a hint of salt and seasoning. It’s best to enjoy the prawn with its tail and shell intact, as it’s easier to eat all of them in one go.

Our king prawns are high in protein and are an excellent source of iron, zinc, selenium, copper, and magnesium, which help to keep the body healthy and ward off disease. They’re also rich in heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids and are low in fat and calories.

We’re pleased to be able to offer a wide range of frozen king prawns in our supermarket, as they’re a popular choice for people who want a great-tasting prawn without the hassle of cooking. We offer a range of different sizes of frozen king prawns so that you can find the right size for your meal, and we’ve even got some tasty frozen king prawn salads to satisfy everyone in the family.

School prawns

Prawns are a wonderful, versatile ingredient that can be enjoyed in various dishes. With hundreds of species to choose from around the world, prawns have the potential to make any meal taste delicious.

King prawns are the most popular, but many species can be found in many areas. You can also find several types of prawns native to specific parts of the world, including Australia and New Zealand.

The best prawns come from the oceans, usually caught by fishing boats. The prawns are snap-frozen on board at the point of capture to ensure they are as fresh as possible when they reach you.

A good quality prawn should be brightly coloured with firm, intact shells that glow translucently through the flesh. They should be free from discolouration, particularly at the joints, and smell the sea.

Raw prawns can be used in various dishes, but you should not overcook them. Overcooked prawns can be tough and flavourless, so cooking them before eating them is important.

Prawns are an excellent ingredient in various salads, sandwiches and other light dishes. They are also a great accompaniment to grilled or barbecued meats and fish.

School prawns are tiny, sweet prawns that are often sold cooked. They have a short shelf life and are at their peak from late spring to early autumn. They are delicious fried or steamed in their shell and added to a salad.

Banana prawns have a sweet, buttery flavour with notes of vanilla and green melon. They are often added to Asian dishes and are good for making prawn cakes or terrines.

Tiger prawns are a little more complex, with a buttery richness and a hint of savouriness. They can be boiled, steamed, deep-fried or barbecued in their shell and are great in soups.

There are several ways to market your prawns, depending on the type of restaurant or market you want to sell them to. The most successful way is to sell to a high-quality restaurant at the start, which will build up your reputation and enable you to secure higher prices when you have more prawns to offer.