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Wild Caught U.S. Shrimp: A Healthy Protein Source for Babies!

As we’ve discussed in a previous blog post, wild-caught American shrimp are perfectly acceptable and even recommended for feeding to young children. While they are delicious, they also come with a variety of health benefits that, when taken in at a young age, can result in lifelong positive results for children. Today, let’s take a...

These Shrimp Deviled Eggs Are the Perfect Party Snack!

Deviled eggs are a go-to dish for any occasion. Whether at an upscale dinner party or tailgating with friends, this dish is an excellent mix of being easy to make and delicious to taste. The dish itself has a fascinating history. While it could be assumed that the dish originated in the United States due...

Chef Advocate Highlight: Erik Niel

ERIK NIEL EASY BISTRO Erik Niel was raised in Mandeville, Louisiana, a community on the north side of Lake Pontchartrain and an hour away from the Gulf. He describes it as a place where people care deeply about food, and everyone has that special dish they’re known for throughout the community. “In Southern Louisiana, food...

10 Video Recipes to Cook Shrimp for Any Occasion!

It’s always a good time to cook up some wild-caught, American shrimp, and we’ve got plenty of ways for you to do that! These shrimp get their naturally fresh flavor from the nutrient-rich waters of the Gulf of Mexico and the South Atlantic Ocean. When you purchase Wild American Shrimp, you can be assured of...

Buying Fresh Shrimp? Here’s What You Need to Know!

Wild American Shrimp are naturally delicious either frozen or fresh. But if you’re buying fresh shrimp, how can you know your potential purchase is truly fresh? Shrimp that have been freshly caught still have the heads on. Heads should be removed before shrimp are frozen, to prevent mushy texture. Make sure there is no “fishy”...

You’ll Love This Recipe for Shrimp & Okra Gumbo!

SHRIMP & OKRA GUMBO INGREDIENTS: 4 cups okra 1/2 cup oil 3/4 cup flour 3/4 cup oil 1 cup onion 3/4 cup bell pepper 1/4 cup celery 4 quarts water Salt and pepper 2 pounds Wild American Shrimp 1/2 cup green onion DIRECTIONS: Smother okra in oil for about 20 minutes on medium heat,...