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Amongst the most popular types of seafood are prawns and shrimps. Prawn and shrimp meat feature a sweet, delicate flavor and is a rich source of protein, calcium and antioxidants like selenium. The words 'prawn' and 'shrimp' are often used interchangeably in restaurants, cook books and markets. This terminology differs from nation to nation. For example, what is generally referred to as a shrimp in the US, is considered to be prawn in England. In the culinary circles, the term prawn is used to describe a large shrimp, whereas, in other circles, the term shrimp is used to describe both prawns and shrimps. Moreover, to increase complications, in some regions the term prawn is used to describe both prawns and shrimps.

Prawns and shrimps bear semblance to each other in terms of appearance and taste, however, biologically they are not the same creatures. Before heading into prawns vs shrimp discussion, let us find out the similarities between these two, due to which they are often mistaken to be same.

Oysters are delicious shellfish and the main food of a coastal area. These are rich in minerals like zinc, iron, calcium, protein, vitamins and contain low food calories. Oysters can be consumed raw or cooked. Some shellfish taste sweet, whereas others taste salted with a melon flavor when consumed raw. One can relish oysters raw, smoked, boiled, baked, fried and roasted. Preparation of cooking oyster includes opening the shell and taking out the fleshy soft content. People may also cook oysters in shell and consume them thereafter. These shellfish are fished from various sources of water by tongs, rakes and divers. After collecting these, the dead shells are removed and they are taken to the market to be sold either tinned or live.

Fish is a healthy source of protein, and omega 3 fatty acids, that aid in keeping our health and heart in check. Not all fish can be eaten on a daily basis, and one must know which fish are okay to eat often, and which ones to go easy on. There are so many types of fish out there, that one can eat, but not all fish are edible. Fish is a versatile meat, that goes well with any kind of spice, and thrives in regions where each one has their own way of preparing the dish. Some places may be able to stomach some kinds of fish that others can't, but at the end of the day, it has its nutritional content.

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