Brine shrimp is river shrimp. Brine shrimp is a Jiangsu cuisine, the main ingredient is river shrimp. This dish focuses on the freshness and flavor of the shrimp, and is made by braising them in brine, which is low in oil and healthy. Brine shrimp is characterized by its bright red color and tender, fresh taste. River shrimp, scientifically known as Japanese marsh shrimp (Macrobranchiumnipponense), is a high-quality freshwater shrimp. Widely distributed in China's rivers, lakes, reservoirs and ponds, with its tender meat, delicious flavor, nutrient-rich and favored by consumers. River shrimp body shape is small, the body is ovoid, slightly curved back, the head is larger, there are two pairs of tentacles and a pair of compound eyes. The body is divided into head, thorax and abdomen three parts, head and thorax into a carapace, there are 10 pairs of feet and 5 pairs of gills on the carapace. River shrimp body shape, body color varies depending on the species, for example, red-footed river shrimp shrimp feet red or orange, orange clawed river shrimp shrimp feet orange, shrimp crab shrimp feet black and so on.