Lionfish Menu Feature: What Are Rock Shrimp?

If you haven’t already heard of Rock Shrimp, then there is no better time to learn more about this delectable type of seafood. While..

LIONFISH MENU FEATURE: WHAT ARE ROCK SHRIMP?

If you haven’t already heard of Rock Shrimp, then there is no better time to learn more about this delectable type of seafood. While most of us have a very clear vision in our heads of what we think about when we think of “shrimp,” Rock Shrimp is nothing like that. This is why, here at Lionfish, we decided to highlight Rock Shrimp on our menu and create a delicious dish that can introduce even more people to the unique flavor of Rock Shrimp. Just as a way to wet your appetite, here are some fast facts on Rock Shrimp that will help give you a little more insight on what Rock Shrimp really is.

• Rock Shrimp Look Like Small Lobsters. Rock Shrimp actually can look more like tiny lobsters rather than standard shrimp. This is because they have a tiny, hard spiny shell on the outside. Hence the name…their shells are as hard as rocks.
• Rock Shrimp Also Taste Like Lobster. Rock shrimp don’t just have that lobster look, they also have some lobster flavor as well and will taste like and have a similar texture to lobsters rather than shrimp.
• Rock Shrimp Come From Florida. They may look super exotic, but these little shrimp are most common in Florida, you can also find them all along the east coast.
• You Need to Work to Get to the Meat. Much like lobsters or crabs, if you order Rock Shrimp with their shells on, you need to be ready to crack them open and dig out the meat—but also just like crabs and lobster, the work is always worth it.
• Rock Shrimp Can Be Cooked Like Regular Shrimp. Just because Rock Shrimp looks and tastes like a lobster, it is often cooked in a similar style to other forms of shrimp. In short, you won’t just find Rock Shrimp boiled and served with butter. You may find it baked, or our favorite, fried.
• Rock Shrimp Looks Like Tiger Shrimp When Cooked. Although their flavors are completely different, when Rock Shrimp is cooked, it turns red and white, much like tiger shrimp. However, this is where the similarities end.

Here at Lionfish, a San Diego restaurant, we know that our patrons love trying new things and they love fresh, delicious cuisine. This is why we proudly serve Rock Shrimp on our menu. Come on down to Lionfish today to give our delicious Rock Shrimp a try—we know you will be happy you did!