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== Prawns ==
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'''Prawns''' are marine crustaceans resembling small lobsters, belonging to the suborder [[Dendrobranchiata]]. They are widely consumed as seafood across the world and are known for their sweet and delicate flavor.
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[[File:Prawn.jpg|thumb|500px|right|A common prawn]]
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=== Taxonomy and Classification ===
 
Prawns belong to the order [[Decapoda]] and are classified into the suborder Dendrobranchiata. They are closely related to shrimp, but there are some structural differences between them, especially in the gill and abdominal segments.
 
==== Species ====
 
There are numerous species of prawns, including:
* '''[[Penaeus monodon]]''' – Giant tiger prawn
* '''[[Litopenaeus vannamei]]''' – Whiteleg shrimp or Pacific white shrimp
* '''[[Macrobrachium rosenbergii]]''' – Giant freshwater prawn
 
=== Physical Characteristics ===
 
Prawns are typically characterized by:
* A slender, elongated body
* Long antennas
* A segmented tail that aids in swimming
* Hard exoskeleton which they periodically molt as they grow
 
=== Habitat and Distribution ===
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Prawns inhabit various aquatic environments ranging from freshwater lakes and streams to deep-sea habitats. They are found worldwide, primarily in warm coastal waters.
 
=== Diet ===
 
Prawns are omnivores. Their diet mainly consists of:
* Small aquatic plants
* Algae
* Plankton
* Small fish and other sea creatures
 
=== Commercial Significance ===
 
Prawns have significant commercial value and are farmed in numerous countries. They are a major source of protein and have a high demand in seafood markets worldwide.
 
==== Farming ====
 
'''Prawn farming''' or '''shrimp farming''' is a rapidly growing aquaculture business. It involves raising prawns in enclosures such as ponds, tanks, or controlled aquatic environments.
 
=== Culinary Uses ===
 
Prawns are a delicacy in many cuisines and are used in a multitude of dishes, including:
* [[Prawn curry]]
* [[Prawn cocktail]]
* [[Grilled prawns]]
* [[Tempura prawns]]
 
=== Nutritional Value ===
 
Prawns are a rich source of:
* Protein
* Omega-3 fatty acids
* Vitamins like B12
* Minerals like zinc and iodine
 
=== Conservation ===
 
Overfishing and the environmental impact of prawn farming have raised concerns. Efforts are being made to adopt sustainable fishing practices and environmentally-friendly aquaculture methods.
 
== Keto prawn recipes ==
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* [[5 minute sherried shrimp tapas (recipe)|5 minute sherried shrimp tapas]]
* [[5-minute low-fat garlic prawns (recipe)|5-minute low-fat garlic prawns]]
* [[Absolutely delicious gourmet prawns (recipe)|Absolutely delicious gourmet prawns]]
* [[Adobo marinade (recipe)|Adobo marinade]]
* [[Australian bbq prawns with lemon myrtle aioli (recipe)|Australian bbq prawns with lemon myrtle aioli]]
* [[Avocado and prawns in wasabi (recipe)|Avocado and prawns in wasabi]]
* [[Barbecue ginger prawns shrimp (recipe)|Barbecue ginger prawns shrimp]]
* [[Barbecue prawn (recipe)|Barbecue prawn]]
* [[Barbecue prawns with lemongrass (recipe)|Barbecue prawns with lemongrass]]
* [[Barbecue sesame prawns shrimp (recipe)|Barbecue sesame prawns shrimp]]
* [[Barbecued prawns shrimp with mustard dipping sauce (recipe)|Barbecued prawns shrimp with mustard dipping sauce]]
* [[Barbecued prawns with chilli, lime and cilantro butter (recipe)|Barbecued prawns with chilli, lime and cilantro butter]]
* [[Bbq prawns mit spice (recipe)|Bbq prawns mit spice]]
* [[Broiled lemon and garlic tiger prawns (recipe)|Broiled lemon and garlic tiger prawns]]
* [[Cheats garlic butter shrimp prawns and mushroom risotto (recipe)|Cheats garlic butter shrimp prawns and mushroom risotto]]
* [[Chicken oscar with a hollandaise sauce (recipe)|Chicken oscar with a hollandaise sauce]]
* [[Chicken/fish/ prawn chaat (recipe)|Chicken/fish/ prawn chaat]]
* [[Cool as a cucumber! Cheese, cucumber and chive sandwich spread (recipe)|Cool as a cucumber! Cheese, cucumber and chive sandwich spread]]
* [[Dalmatian fried prawns (recipe)|Dalmatian fried prawns]]
* [[Duck egg tapas (recipe)|Duck egg tapas]]
* [[Easy shrimp pate (recipe)|Easy shrimp pate]]
* [[Egyptian spiced prawns (recipe)|Egyptian spiced prawns]]
* [[Elegant japanese soup (recipe)|Elegant japanese soup]]
* [[Five-spice marinade (recipe)|Five-spice marinade]]
* [[Flaming garlic and whisky gambas! King prawns - giant shrimp (recipe)|Flaming garlic and whisky gambas! King prawns - giant shrimp]]
* [[Fresh salmon and lime cakes (recipe)|Fresh salmon and lime cakes]]
* [[Garlic and white wine prawns (recipe)|Garlic and white wine prawns]]
* [[Garlic prawns (recipe)|Garlic prawns]]
* [[Garlic prawns (recipe)|Garlic prawns]]
* [[Garlic prawns (recipe)|Garlic prawns]]
* [[Garlic prawns in the microwave (recipe)|Garlic prawns in the microwave]]
* [[Ginger and scallion sauce (recipe)|Ginger and scallion sauce]]
* [[Grilled hearts of romaine w/buttermilk-bleu cheese dressing (recipe)|Grilled hearts of romaine w/buttermilk-bleu cheese dressing]]
* [[Grilled king prawns with lemon, garlic and chilli (recipe)|Grilled king prawns with lemon, garlic and chilli]]
* [[Grilled prawns italiano (recipe)|Grilled prawns italiano]]
* [[Grilled prawns with cilantro and ginger sauce (recipe)|Grilled prawns with cilantro and ginger sauce]]
* [[Grilled prawns with raw sauce (recipe)|Grilled prawns with raw sauce]]
* [[Hello vodka prawns (recipe)|Hello vodka prawns]]
* [[Hibiscus and sumac prawns from hibiscus (recipe)|Hibiscus and sumac prawns from hibiscus]]
* [[Hoisin prawn mini pizzas (recipe)|Hoisin prawn mini pizzas]]
* [[Hot prawns (recipe)|Hot prawns]]
* [[Iconic aussie bbq prawns shrimp (recipe)|Iconic aussie bbq prawns shrimp]]
* [[Jalapeno tiger prawn ginger skewers (recipe)|Jalapeno tiger prawn ginger skewers]]
* [[Jumbo prawns shrimp with mushrooms and onions (recipe)|Jumbo prawns shrimp with mushrooms and onions]]
* [[Kaylenes prawn skewers (recipe)|Kaylenes prawn skewers]]
* [[L m prawns (recipe)|L m prawns]]
* [[Lemon basil shrimp (recipe)|Lemon basil shrimp]]
* [[Lemon chicken (recipe)|Lemon chicken]]
* [[Maitre d'hotel butter (recipe)|Maitre d'hotel butter]]
* [[Masala prawns shrimp (recipe)|Masala prawns shrimp]]
* [[Mexican prawn shrimp kebabs (recipe)|Mexican prawn shrimp kebabs]]
* [[Mixed tempura (recipe)|Mixed tempura]]
* [[Oaxacan grilled shrimp (recipe)|Oaxacan grilled shrimp]]
* [[Papeete tahitian prawns (recipe)|Papeete tahitian prawns]]
* [[Perfect prawns (recipe)|Perfect prawns]]
* [[Perfectly simple seafood dipping sauce (recipe)|Perfectly simple seafood dipping sauce]]
* [[Pinchos spanish kebabs/tapas - pork, lamb, prawns or chicken (recipe)|Pinchos spanish kebabs/tapas - pork, lamb, prawns or chicken]]
* [[Poppy seed and yoghurt dipping sauce for shrimp (recipe)|Poppy seed and yoghurt dipping sauce for shrimp]]
* [[Prawn and asparagus rolls (recipe)|Prawn and asparagus rolls]]
* [[Prawn and bacon brochettes (recipe)|Prawn and bacon brochettes]]
* [[Prawn and chive omelette (recipe)|Prawn and chive omelette]]
* [[Prawn and lime mayonnaise open sandwich (recipe)|Prawn and lime mayonnaise open sandwich]]
* [[Prawn and scallop kebabs with wasabi dipping sauce (recipe)|Prawn and scallop kebabs with wasabi dipping sauce]]
* [[Prawn cocktail sauce (recipe)|Prawn cocktail sauce]]
* [[Prawn shrimp and lime tartlets (recipe)|Prawn shrimp and lime tartlets]]
* [[Prawn shrimp cocktail (recipe)|Prawn shrimp cocktail]]
* [[Prawn shrimp cocktail (recipe)|Prawn shrimp cocktail]]
* [[Prawn shrimp pakoras (recipe)|Prawn shrimp pakoras]]
* [[Prawn/shrimp appetizers (recipe)|Prawn/shrimp appetizers]]
* [[Prawns / shrimp in garlic sauce (recipe)|Prawns / shrimp in garlic sauce]]
* [[Prawns amaretto (recipe)|Prawns amaretto]]
* [[Prawns and cream cheese (recipe)|Prawns and cream cheese]]
* [[Prawns peri-peri (recipe)|Prawns peri-peri]]
* [[Prawns shrimp on the barbie aussie style (recipe)|Prawns shrimp on the barbie aussie style]]
* [[Elegant japanese soup (recipe)|Elegant japanese soup]]
* [[Quickie tom yum soup (recipe)|Quickie tom yum soup]]
* [[Real gambas pil pil (recipe)|Real gambas pil pil]]
* [[Retro firecracker prawn cocktail shots! Shrimp cocktail shots (recipe)|Retro firecracker prawn cocktail shots! Shrimp cocktail shots]]
* [[Salt and pepper gambas spanish-style shrimp (recipe)|Salt and pepper gambas spanish-style shrimp]]
* [[Sate babi or ayam (recipe)|Sate babi or ayam]]
* [[Scrambled eggs (recipe)|Scrambled eggs]]
* [[Seared prawns with lime with mint and cilantro chutney (recipe)|Seared prawns with lime with mint and cilantro chutney]]
* [[Shrimp and chicken rice paper rolls (recipe)|Shrimp and chicken rice paper rolls]]
* [[Shrimp scampi (recipe)|Shrimp scampi]]
* [[Sizzling spanish garlic prawns - tapas style (recipe)|Sizzling spanish garlic prawns - tapas style]]
* [[Spicy grilled chicken strips (recipe)|Spicy grilled chicken strips]]
* [[Spicy skewered chicken (recipe)|Spicy skewered chicken]]
* [[Spring roll wrapper cups (recipe)|Spring roll wrapper cups]]
* [[Stir fried prawns (recipe)|Stir fried prawns]]
* [[Succulent prawns for the barbie (recipe)|Succulent prawns for the barbie]]
* [[Succulent shrimp/prawn spread no bake (recipe)|Succulent shrimp/prawn spread no bake]]
* [[Surf and turf barbecue skewers (recipe)|Surf and turf barbecue skewers]]
* [[Sweet gingered prawn rolls (recipe)|Sweet gingered prawn rolls]]
* [[Szechuan fish (recipe)|Szechuan fish]]
* [[Tahitian coconut vanilla prawns (recipe)|Tahitian coconut vanilla prawns]]
* [[Tempura batter - gluten free (recipe)|Tempura batter - gluten free]]
* [[Tequila lime prawns (recipe)|Tequila lime prawns]]
* [[Thai red curry crab cakes with a chili dipping sauce (recipe)|Thai red curry crab cakes with a chili dipping sauce]]
* [[Tiger prawns in garlic butter (recipe)|Tiger prawns in garlic butter]]
* [[Tikka marinade (recipe)|Tikka marinade]]
* [[Tuna mousse with crackers (recipe)|Tuna mousse with crackers]]
* [[Tunisian grilled prawns (recipe)|Tunisian grilled prawns]]
* [[Vegetarian ricepaper rolls (recipe)|Vegetarian ricepaper rolls]]
* [[Yummy roasted prawns (recipe)|Yummy roasted prawns]]
* [[Zanzibari prawn (recipe)|Zanzibari prawn]]
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== See Also ==
* [[Shrimp]]
* [[Crustaceans]]
* [[Aquaculture]]
* [[Seafood]]
 
== References ==
* Tidwell, J.H. & D’Abramo, L.R. (2008). ''Prawn Culture in the United States''. Aquaculture Research Journal.
* [https://www.seafoodwatch.org/ Seafood Watch] – Recommendations for sustainable seafood consumption.
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