Seattle Seasonal

Ingredient

Spot Prawn

Off

Flavor: Sweet, delicate; best with minimal heat.

Type

seafood

Peak Months

May

Season Window

May → Jun

Flavor & uses

Sweet, delicate; best with minimal heat.

Crudo with citrus, quick grill, bisque base from shells.

Storage

Use same day; keep shells for stock.

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Phase: Off

Peak: May

Inspiration (11)

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Creamy Butter Spot Prawns

Butter-basted spot prawns in a creamy, sweet sauce.

Local produce: 30%Complexity: 40%Bold flavor: 80%

Spot Prawn Recipes for Pacific Northwest Cuisine

Spot prawns, a premium seafood ingredient native to the Pacific Northwest, are featured in this collection of recipes suitable for upscale restaurant menus.

Local produce: 90%Complexity: 60%Bold flavor: 80%

Spicy Glazed Whole Spot Prawns

Santa Barbara spot prawns are served whole, sautéed and glazed in a spicy fish sauce for an entrée or appetizer.

Local produce: 80%Complexity: 50%Bold flavor: 80%

Sautéed Spot Prawns

A simple sautéed spot prawn dish highlighting the fresh, sweet flavor of this Pacific Northwest seafood specialty.

Local produce: 90%Complexity: 30%Bold flavor: 70%

Spot Prawn Recipes for a Pacific Northwest Restaurant

These wild Alaskan spot prawn recipes showcase the versatility of this exquisite shellfish with a variety of preparation methods.

Local produce: 80%Complexity: 60%Bold flavor: 70%

Garlic and White Wine Spot Prawns

Pan-seared spot prawns tossed with garlic, white wine, and fresh parsley.

Local produce: 90%Complexity: 50%Bold flavor: 80%

Seasonal Spot Prawn Recipes for Upscale Dining

Spotlight seasonal spot prawns in these centerpiece-worthy shellfish dishes, with techniques suitable for high-end menus.

Local produce: 80%Complexity: 60%Bold flavor: 90%

Spotlight on Spot Prawns: Celebrating the Seasonal Bounty of the Pacific Northwest

A collection of over 35 recipes highlighting the fresh, briny flavor of spot prawns, a beloved Pacific Northwest delicacy, featuring a variety of preparation methods from simple to elevated.

Local produce: 90%Complexity: 60%Bold flavor: 90%

Pickled Alaska Spot Prawns

Succulent and sweet Alaska spot prawns are pickled in this recipe, showcasing their fresh, bold flavor.

Local produce: 80%Complexity: 40%Bold flavor: 90%

Butter Garlic Spot Prawns

This quick-cooking spot prawn recipe features shrimp sautéed in a simple butter garlic sauce.

Local produce: 80%Complexity: 40%Bold flavor: 70%

Spot Prawns with Garlic (Gambas al Ajillo)

A simple spot prawn dish inspired by the classic Spanish preparation of gambas al ajillo, featuring prawns sautéed in olive oil with garlic and chili peppers.

Local produce: 60%Complexity: 30%Bold flavor: 80%