Experience some of the best spot prawns in the world — live, wild-caught from pristine Canadian waters. Known for their naturally sweet, delicate flavor and tender texture, these premium prawns are perfect for cooking or enjoying raw for a true ocean-fresh taste.
Harvested from the cold waters of British Columbia, Canadian spot prawns are prized by chefs worldwide for their exceptional sweetness and firm texture — often compared to lobster. Shipped live via UPS Overnight with gel ice to preserve peak freshness. Each order is 5 lbs of live spot prawns, handled with care from ocean to your kitchen.
Important: This is a live, highly perishable product. Cook immediately upon delivery. Live arrival is not guaranteed. All sales are final — no returns or refunds.
How to Cook Live Canadian Spot Prawns
- Prepare: Keep prawns alive in a bowl of cold water until ready to cook. Do not store on ice as it will kill them prematurely.
- Dispatch: Place live prawns in the freezer for 5–10 minutes to humanely dispatch before cooking.
- Boil: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add prawns and cook for 2–3 minutes until shells turn bright pink and flesh is opaque.
- Sauté (alternative): Heat butter or olive oil in a pan over high heat. Add prawns and sauté for 1–2 minutes per side.
- Grill (alternative): Brush with olive oil and grill over high heat for 1–2 minutes per side.
- Serve: Serve immediately with melted butter, lemon, and fresh herbs. Do not overcook — spot prawns are best slightly translucent in the center.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Are the spot prawns shipped alive?
- Yes, we ship live spot prawns via UPS Overnight with gel ice to maintain their vitality during transit. However, live arrival is not guaranteed and all sales are final.
- How many prawns are in a 5 lb order?
- A 5 lb order typically contains 30–50 spot prawns depending on size. Canadian spot prawns are among the largest prawns in the world.
- Can I eat spot prawns raw?
- Yes — live spot prawns can be enjoyed raw as sashimi or crudo immediately after dispatch. Their naturally sweet flavor shines when eaten fresh.
- What if some prawns arrive dead?
- Some mortality during shipping is normal for live seafood. Dead prawns are still safe to cook and eat if cooked immediately upon arrival. All sales are final — no returns or refunds.
- When is spot prawn season?
- Canadian spot prawn season typically runs from May through June. Outside of season, availability may be limited — contact us for current stock.
- How do I store spot prawns after delivery?
- Cook live prawns immediately upon delivery for best quality. If needed, keep them in cold water for up to a few hours. Do not freeze live prawns — cook first, then freeze cooked meat if needed.