Hi,
What’s the diference among ‘scampi’, ‘prawn’ and ‘shrimp’?
Many thanks,
Nessie.
In the US, we very rarely used the word “prawn” for what we call “shrimp.” I believe that the largest types of shrimp are sometimes called prawns. I don’t know if the UK uses the terms “shrimp.”
Scampi is a way to prepare shrimp/prawns. It’s often served over pasta, usually involves a lot of garlic, and often wine. I make mine with a lot of basil.
A shrimp is a shrimp, a prawn is, well, a shrimp. The two words are used interchangeably in markets and restaurants everywhere. The textbooks may agree that a shrimp is a shrimp, but many people refer to this most popular of shellfish as a prawn. Some people say the difference is size. In many parts of the country, small and medium shrimp are sold simply as shrimp, while large, extra large, and jumbo shrimp are called prawns. Unfortunately, this rule doesn’t always hold. In some areas, all shrimp, small and large, are sold as shrimp, while in other regions, all you’ll find are prawns. Purists may argue that the term prawn is reserved for the shrimp’s close relative, the Dublin Bay prawn. The Dublin Bay prawn resembles a shrimp, but it’s distinguished by its small pincer claws and a narrower body. Sometimes called Florida or Caribbean lobsterettes or French langoustines, these shellfish can be hard to find in markets.
Genelia
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The previous post was apparently taken from here:
biology-online.org/biology-f … t1016.html
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And how do you make your shrimp scampi, Amy? 
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With tons of butter and garlic – along with a little wine and fresh parsely. 
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Hi Amy,
What does ‘parsely’ mean?
Many thanks,
Nessie.
‘parsely’ - should be PARSLEY - it’s a herb
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Right you are, Jaykaylam. Parsley is what I wanted to type – but didn’t manage to.
Sorry about the typo, Nessie. 
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