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How To Head Fresh Shrimp: A Step By Step Guide To Removing the Heads from Shrimp

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Step Six: Rinse Shrimp Well Before Storage or Preparation
Rinse Shrimp Well

Rinse Shrimp Well

Doug DuCap

Dispose of the heads (or save them for making shrimp stock) and rinse the shrimp in cold water. Your shrimp are now ready to go! You can cook them in the shell, peel and devein them, or freeze them for later use.

Looking for ideas on how to prepare your fresh shrimp? See the links below for lots of exciting shrimp recipes and how-to videos.

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