A CLOSER LOOK
How to recognize it
Very fine, moist grains collected from beneath the shrimp’s abdomen; color varies with maturity and preparation. Distinct from the richer tissue taken from the head.
In the kitchen
Cooked as part of Suzhou three-shrimp noodle toppings, alongside shrimp meat and xianao, the rich head tissue.
Fresh roe is different from a packaged dried shrimp-roe seasoning. Recipes may rinse, strain and cook off moisture before use. Contains shrimp; not presented as ready to eat.
Ask about this ingredient
这道菜里有鲜虾籽吗？
Does this dish contain Fresh shrimp roe?
A few dishes to explore
These examples use this ingredient in typical or optional preparations. Open the dish to see the distinction; a restaurant’s recipe can differ.
