Australian Wild Prawns: Preparing Australian Wild Prawns
Course overview
Australian Wild Prawns are an excellent and versatile seafood that can be used in various cuisines. Chefs can select from different species and sizes of prawns to match their budget and menu. They can also format prawns in different ways to optimise their cooking and presentation. Prawns can enrich any menu with their diversity and flavour, from casual to fine dining.
This module will show you how to choose, format, and cook prawns for optimal quality.
By the end of this course, you'll be able to:
Recall how to break down whole prawns into butterflied, presentation, cutlet, and meat formats for versatile culinary applications.
Understand the importance of prawn species, grades (e.g., U6/8/10/10:15), and formats in choosing the right prawns for different culinary needs.
Perfect the technique of butterflying whole prawns to maximise use and create visually striking presentations.
Demonstrate the proper method to prepare prawn cutlets and meat, ensuring cleanliness and preserving flavours effectively.
Who is this course for?
Professional chefs, hospitality professionals, culinary students, seafood industry retailers