Indian prawn

Indian Prawn is a common name for several species of prawn that are native to the waters of India. These prawns are a significant part of the aquaculture industry in India and are a popular ingredient in many traditional Indian dishes.

Species

There are several species of prawn that are commonly referred to as Indian prawns. These include:

• Fenneropenaeus indicus: Also known as the Indian white prawn, this species is found in the eastern Indian Ocean and the western and central Pacific Ocean.
• Metapenaeus dobsoni: Known as the Indian river prawn, this species is found in the marine, brackish, and fresh waters of India and Southeast Asia.
• Penaeus monodon: Commonly known as the giant tiger prawn or Asian tiger shrimp, this species is found in the Indian and Pacific Oceans.

Aquaculture

Indian prawns are a significant part of the aquaculture industry in India. The country is one of the largest producers of prawns in the world, with the majority of production coming from the states of Andhra Pradesh, West Bengal, and Tamil Nadu. The industry is regulated by the Marine Products Export Development Authority (MPEDA).

Cuisine

Indian prawns are a popular ingredient in many traditional Indian dishes. They are often used in curry dishes, such as prawn curry, and are also commonly used in biryani and other rice dishes. In addition, they are often served as a fried dish, either on their own or as part of a larger meal.

See also

• Prawn farming in India
• Seafood in India