"Shrimp" was often taken up in the issue of food fraud and mislabeling, but most people don't understand the difference even if they hear the name.

So, in order to let you know the difference by actually eating and comparing, "Shiba shrimp & Banamei eating comparison set" and "Kuruma prawn & black tiger prawn eating comparison set" that you can eat and compare two kinds of shrimp are on the mail order site Oisix in December It was released on the 19th. Each is sold in limited quantities.


First, the slightly smaller "Shiba shrimp" and "Banamei shrimp". The whiteleg shrimp, which has been named as a substitute for turf shrimp, is cultivated in Thailand and Malaysia, and is a relatively easy-to-find shrimp. It is recommended to boil and compare these two types, which even professionals can hardly tell the difference. The price is 924 yen for each 70g (2.47oz).


"Kuruma prawn" and "black tiger prawn" are well-known shrimp that you can enjoy a plump texture. Black tiger prawn is a popular name for giant tiger prawn and is often used for fried shrimp. It seems that these two kinds should be eaten and compared with boiled salt or fried shrimp. The price is 1,764 yen for 6 animals each.


In addition, it is said that an instruction manual that summarizes the characteristics of each shrimp and recommended eating methods is enclosed. How about learning about your individuality by eating and comparing them and making use of them in your daily cooking?