Popcorn Shrimp

 

The most important consumers and exporters of shrimp around the world:

Shrimp trade continues to flourish at the global level, with its annual production approaching about 6 million tons, of which about 3.5 million tons are produced from ocean and sea waters, in addition to 2.4 million tons from fish farms.

China is the largest producer of shrimp in the world, followed by Indonesia, Thailand, India, Vietnam and Ecuador. While Thailand ranks first in the world in exporting shrimp, followed by India, Ecuador, Indonesia and Denmark.

In terms of countries importing shrimp, Japan and the United States of America are the largest importers of shrimp in the world, while Spain is the largest European importer of shrimp, followed by France and the United Kingdom.

Here some benefits of shrimp you have to know

Shrimp nutritional value

The table shows the nutritional value contained in 100 grams of shrimp, which provides the benefits of shrimp in the following:

• Calories: 84
• Fat: 0.2g
• Sodium: 94.4mg
• Carbohydrates: 0.2g
• Fiber: 0g
• Sugars: 0g
• Protein: 20.4g
• Phosphorus: 201mg
• Vitamin B12: 1.4mcg
• Selenium: 31.8mcg
• Vitamin A: 52.1mcg
• Choline: 86.8mg
• Vitamin E: 1.4mg
• Folate: 15.1mcg

Benefits of Shrimp! 

1- Cancer: Shrimp contains a high percentage of selenium, which attacks free radicals that cause cancer, as selenium is a strong oxidizing agent that rid cells of free radicals.

2- Treatment of obesity and avoiding excessive weight gain. Shrimp contains small amounts of fat and contains low-calorie protein. Therefore, shrimp meat is a great alternative to other sources of protein and meat and helps to lose weight and treat obesity.

3- Skin and hair The skin and hair are always in need of more proteins, so care must be taken to take the abundant amount of proteins that shrimp provides in a large way to maintain the health of the skin and hair as well. Whoever eats shrimp enjoys healthy hair and fresh, smooth and healthy skin.

4- Bone health Shrimp contains a high percentage of phosphorus and calcium, which are very important in building and maintaining strong bones and in good health.

5- Improving the mood Shrimp is one of the important sources of omega-3 fatty acid, and studies and research have shown that this fatty acid works to relieve depression and improve mood and mental health in people who suffer from depression

6- The thyroid gland Copper is one of the most important elements for maintaining the health of the thyroid gland, and shrimp is a unique source of copper, which makes it a very important food for maintaining the health and safety of the thyroid gland.

7- Diabetes: Shrimp also contains magnesium, which studies and research have proven to be important in reducing and preventing the development of diabetes in people with it.

8- Improving intimacy Shrimp helps improve sexual health because it contains zinc and is an excellent alternative to red meat, which over time leads to clogged arteries and prevents blood flow to the genitals, and thus effectively improves men's sexual health.

9- A good source of protein for vegetarians: Shrimp meat contains a very small percentage of harmful fats and very few calories. Therefore, vegetarians prefer it because it provides them with many elements that the body needs, especially for those who do not like to eat other meats.

Thus, it becomes clear to us that shrimp is a very useful seafood for diabetics and for those who want to reduce their weight and for diabetics and prevent cancer and works to strengthen hair, skin, bones and teeth

Ingredients:

1 lb shrimp(455 g), deveined and peeled

SEASONED FLOUR:

1 cup flour(125 g)

1 tablespoon cajun seasoning

2 teaspoons salt

1 teaspoon black pepper

EGG MIXTURE:

1 egg

3 tablespoons milk

1 teaspoon cajun seasoning

Preparation:

In a medium bowl, add seasoned flour ingredients. Mix well.

Place half of the flour mixture into a large zip lock bag, reserve the rest.

Add the shrimp to the bag and shake until each shrimp is coated with flour. Shake off any excess flour.

In a separate bowl, add egg, milk, and cajun seasoning. Mix well.

Dredge the floured shrimp in the egg mixture, then coat with the fresh seasoned flour mixture. Heat oil at 350°F (180°C).

Fry shrimp for a few minutes until golden brown and cooked through.

Serve with your favorite dipping sauce. 

Enjoy!