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Can I eat spot prawns raw?

Asked: John Johannes, Last Updated:

Spot prawn tails this fresh can be safely eaten raw! But you also have a number of other options. Throw the tails onto the BBQ for just a minute or two per side, or sauté them it a little butter and white wine for a couple of minutes. Once cooked the shells can easily be peeled off the meat.

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