The main raw material of Hunan gourmet shrimp is crayfish.

Hunan delicacy "flavored shrimp" is a traditional famous dish in Hunan Province. It is also called spicy crayfish and spicy crayfish. Because of its spicy and fragrant taste, bright red color and thick taste, it is called flavored shrimp. Flavored shrimp is one of the most popular snacks at late-night snack stalls in summer. Paired with ice-cold beer, it is a classic and popular all over the country.

Crayfish, with various spices, taste delicious. Crayfish contains protein, amino acids, vitamins, minerals, carbohydrates and other nutrients. It began to spread throughout the country at the end of the 20th century and became a classic snack at street beer stalls on summer nights. The lobster used as the main ingredient is originally from North America. It was introduced to Japan from the United States in 1918 and then to China from Japan in 1929. It grows in rivers, lakes and swamps in southern China.

How to buy crayfish:

1. Look at the back. When buying crayfish, take a look at its back. If the color is bright red, clean and shiny, it means the crayfish is relatively clean; if the shell is black and has a dull luster, it means the crayfish is dirty, so do not buy it.

2. Look at the size. When buying crayfish, try to choose larger ones. Large ones have more meat and taste more delicious. Don't choose smaller ones.

3. Look at the shrimp shells. When buying crayfish, we try to buy lobsters that have just grown up. You can touch its shell gently with your hands. If the shrimp shell is hard, it means it is old; if it is soft, it means it has just grown up and has just shed its shell. , this kind is more delicious.