Peeling and De-Veining Prawns (Tails Left On)

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Step 1: Grab the shell where it meets the legs and peel it back.

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Step 2: Remove the shell and the legs. If you like, leave one section of the shell attached near the tail. The prawn looks better this way.

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Step 3: With a small, sharp knife, cut a very shallow slit along the back of the prawn, exposing the thin black vein.

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Step 4: Use the tip of the knife or your fingers to lift the vein out. A little running water helps, too.

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Step 5: The prawn should be deveined with the shallowest cut possible, to keep the meat plump.

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