在海鲜市场上，你可能经常看到两种热门虾类：黄金虾（Tiger Prawn）和白虾（Whiteleg Shrimp）。它们外表相似，价格相差不大，但口感、营养、用途却各有千秋。

那到底谁才是虾中之王？今天我们来一场“虾王之争”！

🔸 黄金虾（Tiger Prawn）

**外观特点：**体型较大，背部有黑灰色虎斑，壳厚肉实，色泽偏黄棕。
**口感风味：**肉质弹牙、甜味明显，烹饪后不易缩水。
**适合料理：**烧烤、清蒸、煎炸、浓汤，适合呈现虾的原汁原味。
**营养亮点：**蛋白质含量高，富含锌与维生素B12，是增强免疫力的好食材。
**价格走势：**相对较高，但因肉质好、外观大气，深受餐厅与礼盒市场欢迎。

🔹 白虾（Whiteleg Shrimp）

**外观特点：**体型适中，壳薄颜色偏浅，肉质细腻。
**口感风味：**口感柔软、易入味，适合搭配调味料。
**适合料理：**炒菜、快煮、沙拉、火锅，适合日常家常菜。
**营养亮点：**低脂高蛋白，钠含量低，是健身与轻食人群的宠儿。
**价格走势：**价格稳定，产量高，是市场供应的“主力军”。

🥊 虾王对决：你选哪一个？

At the seafood counter, two shrimp species dominate the spotlight:
Tiger Prawn (Golden Prawn) and Whiteleg Shrimp.
They may look similar, but their textures, flavors, and culinary roles are quite different.

So, who truly rules the plate? Let’s find out.

🔸 Tiger Prawn

Look: Large body, dark tiger-like stripes on the back, golden-brown shell.
Texture & Flavor: Firm, springy texture with a naturally sweet taste. Doesn’t shrink much when cooked.
Best For: Grilling, steaming, frying, or making rich broths — ideal for showcasing natural shrimp flavor.
Nutritional Highlights: High in protein, rich in zinc and vitamin B12 — great for immunity.
Price Trend: Higher-end, popular in restaurants and premium gift boxes.

🔹 Whiteleg Shrimp

Look: Medium size, pale color, thinner shell.
Texture & Flavor: Soft and tender, great at absorbing seasonings.
Best For: Stir-fries, quick cooking, salads, hot pots — perfect for everyday dishes.
Nutritional Highlights: Low fat, high protein, low sodium — ideal for fitness and clean eating.
Price Trend: More affordable, consistent supply, staple in home kitchens.

🥊 Shrimp Showdown: Which Will You Choose?

撰文：Sooi Keong 师强海产内容团队 

Written by the Sooi Keong Seafood Content Team

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