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Simple Tricks to Clean Prawn Shells and Veins in a Flash
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News18•12-10-2026, 14:27
Simple Tricks to Clean Prawn Shells and Veins in a Flash
- •Chef Ranveer Brar suggests pulling off the head of large prawns and making a slight cut on the back to pull out the black vein easily.
- •For small prawns, gently press the head to remove the dirt sac and eliminate infection risks.
- •Soaking small prawns in lukewarm water for five minutes softens the shells, making them easy to peel by rubbing in a basket.
- •Tossing tiny prawns in a dry pan and shaking them in a winnowing fan quickly removes shells, antennae, and tails.
- •Rubbing lemon juice or white vinegar on washed prawns helps remove fishy odors and reduces toxins.
Key Questions Answered
Chef Ranveer Brar suggests first pulling off the head of the large prawn, then making a slight cut with a knife on its back to pull out the black vein.
For small prawns, use scissors to cut off the sharp part and antennae at the front of the head, then gently press the inside with your finger to remove the dark sac containing sand and dirt.
After washing the prawns, rub a little lemon juice or white vinegar on them, leave it for 1 minute, and then rinse it off to remove the fishy odor and reduce toxins.
