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Posts tagged “crustaceans”

What's the Difference Between a Shrimp and a Prawn?

One of my favorite places to eat in San Francisco is Swan Oyster Depot. I usually go for the combination seafood salad, which is a mixture of delectable Dungeness crab, shrimp, and prawns served on l...

Food Science: Why Do Crustaceans Turn Reddish-Orange When Cooked?

Have you ever wondered why lobster, shrimp, crab, crawfish, and other crustaceans turn a bright orange-red when cooked? No, they aren't blushing from embarrassment. It's a simple question answered w...