Queensland Wild Tiger Prawns (Extra Large) (Raw) (Frozen)

U10 Specification Details:

Single prawn weight: Typically 45–60g+ each (sometimes up to 70g+ in top grades), with body length around 18–22 cm or more.

Origin & Catch:

• Purely wild-caught from Queensland's East Coast trawl fishery (clean, unpolluted waters).
• Sustainably managed under strict Australian quotas to protect stocks and ecosystems (many suppliers follow or align with MSC-like standards).
• Not farmed—wild tiger prawns have a more intense, natural ocean sweetness and firmer meat than aquaculture ones.

Product Features:

• Appearance: Raw prawns are greyish-green with distinctive dark tiger-like stripes. When cooked, they turn vibrant orange-red with bold black/red bands—very photogenic.
• Texture & Taste: Extremely firm, bouncy, and juicy with a rich, sweet, briny flavour that's far superior to farmed prawns (almost lobster-like in depth).
• Nutrition: High in protein, low in fat, excellent source of Omega-3s, selenium, iodine, and astaxanthin (the antioxidant giving the red colour).

Preparation Tips:

• Thawing: Best done slowly in the fridge (8–12 hours) or under cold running water in a sealed bag—never at room temperature or in microwave to keep the meat tender.
• Cooking Methods (ideal for these giants to highlight their size and flavour):
  • Grilling/Barbecue: Brush with garlic butter, olive oil, or lemon; grill shell-on for 4–6 minutes per side until shells char slightly and meat is opaque.
  • Steaming: Whole with garlic and ginger; steam 5–8 minutes—simple and retains natural juices.
  • Other Ideas: Black pepper stir-fry, Thai green curry, pasta with seafood sauce, or classic prawn cocktail for entertaining.
• Portion: 2–4 prawns per person make a generous main—visually impressive!