Wild Madagascan Tiger Prawns – Sweet, Meaty and Full of Flavour

Madagascan tiger prawns are large, succulent prawns recognised by their striking striped shells and sweet, tender meat. Highly prized in seafood cuisine, these tiger prawns offer a firm, satisfying texture that’s perfect for grilling, sautéing, baking, or adding to your favourite seafood dishes.

Characteristics

• Appearance: Madagascan tiger prawns have an orange‑brown or greyish shell with bold vertical stripes, similar to a tiger’s markings, and the meat turns firm and opaque once cooked.
• Flavour: These tiger prawns are known for their sweet, delicate flavour and meaty bite, making them an excellent choice for everything from barbecues to refined seafood plates.

How to Cook Tiger Prawns

• Grilling: Preheat the grill to medium‑high. Marinate tiger prawns with olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, and herbs, then grill for 2–3 minutes per side until opaque with a light char.
• Sautéing: Heat a little olive oil or butter in a pan over medium‑high heat. Cook the prawns for 2–3 minutes per side until they turn pink and opaque, adding garlic, chilli, or other seasonings for extra flavour.
• Boiling: Add tiger prawns to a large pan of boiling salted water and cook for 2–3 minutes until pink and cooked through, then drain and finish with lemon or your favourite dip.
• Baking: Preheat the oven to 200 °C. Arrange prawns on a baking tray, drizzle with olive oil, garlic, and herbs, and bake for 10–12 minutes until cooked through and slightly crisp.

Serving Suggestions

• Toss cooked Madagascan tiger prawns through pasta with garlic, cherry tomatoes, and a splash of white wine for a simple seafood pasta.
• Add grilled prawns to a fresh salad with mixed leaves, avocado, and citrus dressing.
• Serve as a starter with garlic butter or spicy aioli, or thread onto skewers and grill for easy, flavour-packed prawn skewers.

Storage

Keep fresh tiger prawns in the coldest part of the fridge and use within 1–2 days, or freeze for up to 3 months in an airtight container or freezer bag to prevent freezer burn.

Nutritional Benefits

Madagascan tiger prawns are a lean source of high‑quality protein and are naturally low in fat, providing key nutrients such as vitamins B12 and E, plus minerals like selenium and zinc.