Black Tiger Shrimp
Also known as：Giant tiger prawn, nine-striped shrimp
Penaeus monodon
- Origin
- Fujian, Guangdong, Hainan
- Season
- May–Nov
- Appearance
- Distinct dark-brown and yellow cross-banding across the body — hence 'black tiger.' Thick hard shell; adults reach 30 cm, among the largest penaeid shrimp.
Content compiled by the Xian Mancang team
Introduction
品种介绍The largest and springiest of the penaeid shrimp, farmed alongside wild catches in Hainan and Guangdong. Large specimens are the 'signature dish' of banquets.
Season May–Nov with a quality peak around Mid-Autumn; live supply to premium foodservice.
Holding Environment
暂养环境Xian Mancang holding advisor: temperature, salinity, water quality and density references per species — feel free to exchange holding experience.
Hold at 24–30°C, salinity 15–30‰, DO ≥5 mg/L and ammonia ≤0.5 mg/L, density 10–20 kg per cubic meter.
Hold 3–7 days; isolate each shrimp during transport packing to prevent claw injury. Parameters above are reference values — adjust to water quality and season.
Economic Value
经济价值Wide price span by size: small (≈30 tails/jin) approaches greasyback pricing; large (5–10 tails/jin) exceeds 100 CNY/jin. Large-shrimp consumption concentrates in Cantonese banquets and seafood restaurants with healthy margins; frozen whole and shrimp meat supplement live channels.
Culinary & Commercial Use
烹饪与商业用途Boiled and salt-baked best preserve the springy texture; large sizes suit charcoal grilling, salt-pepper and cheese-baked.
Foodservice: the signature shrimp course of Cantonese banquet restaurants, often substituting for baby lobster; Southeast Asian curried shrimp is another classic.
Buying Guide
选购指南For live shrimp, clear bands, glossy shell and vigorous swimming; firm when pressed. Black or limp heads are warning signs. The thick shell means heavier-feeling shrimp of the same size are fuller; shell wounds invite spoilage — inspect carefully.
Market Reference
规格行情Reference price: live 40–120 CNY/jin by size; large sizes carry strong holiday premiums. Supply thins outside the season and prices climb; wedding-season demand concentrates.
Black Tiger Shrimp · FAQs
How do I pick the freshest Black Tiger Shrimp?
For live shrimp, clear bands, glossy shell and vigorous swimming; firm when pressed. Black or limp heads are warning signs. The thick shell means heavier-feeling shrimp of the same size are fuller; shell wounds invite spoilage — inspect carefully.
What are the live-holding requirements for Black Tiger Shrimp?
Hold at 24–30°C, salinity 15–30‰, DO ≥5 mg/L and ammonia ≤0.5 mg/L, density 10–20 kg per cubic meter.
What is the current market price of Black Tiger Shrimp?
Reference price: live 40–120 CNY/jin by size; large sizes carry strong holiday premiums. Supply thins outside the season and prices climb; wedding-season demand concentrates.
How do I cook Black Tiger Shrimp? What methods work best?
Boiled and salt-baked best preserve the springy texture; large sizes suit charcoal grilling, salt-pepper and cheese-baked.
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