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🍤 The “black vein” of shrimp: do you really know what it is?

Many people love to eat shrimp, but when preparing them, they often notice a black line along the back.

Many think it’s a vein… but the reality is a little different. 🔍 What is this black line?

The famous “black vein” isn’t actually a vein.

It’s actually the shrimp’s digestive tract.

In other words, it’s the animal’s intestine.

This is where the shrimp’s digested food passes through.

⚠️ Is it dangerous to eat it?

The good news is that it’s generally not dangerous to your health.

When shrimp are thoroughly cooked, this part usually poses no particular risk.

However, some people prefer to remove it because:

it can contain sand or impurities
it can give a slightly bitter taste
it can be visually unappealing 🍽️ Should you always remove it?

Not necessarily.

Many people don’t even bother removing it from small shrimp.

But on large shrimp or prawns, it’s often recommended to remove it for better texture and a cleaner taste.

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Next »🔪 How to remove it easily?

It’s very simple:

1️⃣ Make a small incision along the back of the shrimp.

2️⃣ Locate the dark vein.

3️⃣ Gently pull it out with the tip of a knife or a toothpick.

In a few seconds, the shrimp is ready to cook. 💬 And you, do you always remove the dark vein from shrimp?

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