Spot Prawns 

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B.C. spot prawns are the largest of seven commercial species of shrimp found on Canada’s west coast.

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B.C. Spot Prawns are a delicacy known around the world for their sweet flavour and firm texture.  

Did you know?

  • The commercial spot prawn season typically lasts 6-8 weeks. The season usually opens in early May and ends mid to late June.
  • Prawns begin their lives as males and then transition to females.
  • Frozen-at-sea spot prawns are exported around the world, with high demand in Japan and China.

Recipes that use Spot Prawns or other B.C. commodities

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