Don’t Waste Vancouver’s Spot Prawn Goodness – Turn Heads into Comforting Soup!
Looking for a way to enjoy Vancouver’s seasonal spot prawns beyond sashimi or grilling? This Rich Tomato Shrimp Head Soup is your ultimate zero-waste, full-flavour seafood recipe. Not only does it extract deep umami from the shrimp heads, but the tomatoes and aromatics turn it into a cozy, nourishing broth — perfect for cool nights.
Ingredients (4 servings)
- Tomatoes – 6 pcs
- Onion – 1 pc (chopped)
- Vancouver Spot Prawns – 2 lbs (use only the heads)
- Tomato paste – 1 tablespoon
- Shaoxing wine – 1 splash
- Worcestershire sauce – 1 splash
- Water – enough to cover ingredients (about 1.5L)
Instructions
Watch this quick video to see how we turn spot prawn heads into a rich, cozy soup that’s full of umami and flavour!
- Sauté chopped onion and shrimp heads until fragrant.
- Add Shaoxing wine and Worcestershire sauce, stir to combine.
- Use a spatula or ladle to crush shrimp heads and release their umami essence.
- Add chopped tomatoes and tomato paste. Mix well.
- Pour in enough water to cover everything. Bring to a boil.
- Lower to a simmer and cook for 30 minutes.
- Done. Serve hot!
Why Vancouver Spot Prawns?
Vancouver spot prawns are one of the most prized seasonal seafoods in Canada. By using the heads, you unlock incredible flavour while reducing food waste — making this soup not only delicious but also sustainable.
Enjoy With...
This soup pairs beautifully with rice, garlic toast, or simply on its own as a comforting appetizer. You can even freeze the broth for quick weeknight meals!
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