Post by Chuck McCue on Sept 9, 2013 8:18:13 GMT -5
So in doing some research, I have discussed with a local seafood market owner and here are some things to consider when buying/ordering shrimp:
- If in doubt of the shrimp origin, ask to see a invoice from the market or restaurant. If they can not produce a invoice, chances are you are not eating Mayport shrimp. Info Credit: Chris Wooten of Safe Harbor Seafood
-This is what is known in the industry as "Black Ringers", aka OLD shrimp. It gets the name due to the dark black rings at the joints, usually tastes mushy. Don't accept "Black Ringers"! Info Credit: Chris Wooten of Safe Harbor Seafood, Photo Credit: Becky
- A lot of local Mayport shrimp comes in frozen.This is typical of the "big boats" since they go out for longer durations. Fresh local shrimp that comes in unfrozen and sometimes still "kickin'" usally comes in on the smaller day trip boats. Credit: Matt Kinsey
- If in doubt of the shrimp origin, ask to see a invoice from the market or restaurant. If they can not produce a invoice, chances are you are not eating Mayport shrimp. Info Credit: Chris Wooten of Safe Harbor Seafood
-This is what is known in the industry as "Black Ringers", aka OLD shrimp. It gets the name due to the dark black rings at the joints, usually tastes mushy. Don't accept "Black Ringers"! Info Credit: Chris Wooten of Safe Harbor Seafood, Photo Credit: Becky
- A lot of local Mayport shrimp comes in frozen.This is typical of the "big boats" since they go out for longer durations. Fresh local shrimp that comes in unfrozen and sometimes still "kickin'" usally comes in on the smaller day trip boats. Credit: Matt Kinsey
