The one serious cooks reach for. Head-on prawns bring something headless prawns simply can’t, the heads release their natural juices into the pot, enriching every curry, broth, and sauce they touch. The 26-30 size is our most popular for good reason: big enough for a satisfying bite, quick enough to cook through without fuss. Approximately 26–30 prawns per 800g pack, delivered to your door within 12–48 hours.
Why Choose 26-30?
- The most popular size - the sweet spot between meaty and quick-cooking
- Head-on - adds depth and richness to curries, broths, and sauces
- No artificial additives or colourants
- Backed by 30+ years in the seafood industry - Shami trusted for quality and consistency
26-30 vs 31-40 — What’s the Difference?
Both sizes are head-on and equally suited to curries, grilling, and platters. The only difference is size — fewer prawns per pack means a bigger, meatier prawn.
- Head On Prawns 26-30 — approx. 26–30 per 800g. Larger individual prawns with a more substantial bite.
- Head On Prawns 31-40 — approx. 31–40 per 800g. Slightly smaller, more prawns per pack, great value.
Add Our Cut & Devein Service
For just R10 per box, our team will clean, cut, and devein your prawns so they arrive ready to cook. Simply add the service to your cart when ordering.
Serving Suggestions
Drop them head-on into a curry and let the pot do the work — the sauce will be richer for it. Pan-fry in garlic butter until the shells blister and the kitchen smells incredible. Marinate in our Tandoori Marinade and grill for a bold, smoky finish. Or pile onto a platter with lemon and dipping sauces — impressive with minimal effort.
Storage
Keep frozen at -18°C or below. Once thawed, refrigerate and consume within 24 hours.
