Seafood
Mantis Shrimp
Long flattened segmented body; Grey-green to brown translucent shell; Folded front limbs resemble mantis striking arms.
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3 identity clues
- Long flattened segmented body
- Grey-green to brown translucent shell
- Folded front limbs resemble mantis striking arms
Names in other languages
- 繁體中文
- 瀨尿蝦
- English
- Mantis Shrimp
- Bahasa Indonesia
- Udang mantis
- Tagalog
- Alupihang-dagat
How to identify it
Check these features together: Long flattened segmented body; Grey-green to brown translucent shell; Folded front limbs resemble mantis striking arms. Colour alone is not sufficient. For packaged Mantis Shrimp, confirm the name, ingredients or intended use on the original label. Ask the vendor about loose food; never taste to identify it.
Common Hong Kong household uses
Steam or stir-fry until thoroughly cooked.
Choosing & preparing
Have the vendor handle live animals; sharp shell edges and striking limbs can injure hands. Separate raw and cooked food and utensils; wash hands and clean surfaces after raw handling, and cook thoroughly.
Storage
Refrigerate at 4°C or below in a covered leak-proof container beneath ready-to-eat food; follow the date, freeze when needed and thaw in the refrigerator.
Helper tip
For Mantis Shrimp, check long flattened segmented body. If uncertain, verify the label or ask the employer before using it.
Useful market phrase
唔該，我想要瀨尿蝦，請幫我確認名稱同用途。Meaning: I would like Mantis Shrimp, please. Help me confirm its name and use.
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