Whatβs Wrong With Shrimp?
When it comes to shrimp, there are several important ethical and environmental factors to consider.
- Organic waste
- Chemicals
- Pollution
- Loss of biodiversity
- Overfishing
- Bycatch
Organic waste, chemicals, and antibodies from shrimp farms can quickly pollute groundwater or coastal estuaries. The pollution from these farms can result in loss of coastal biodiversity, which is essential for a healthy ecosystem. Wild caught shrimp often involves bycatchβthe incidental capture of non-target species such as dolphins,Β marine sea turtlesΒ and seabirds.Β Raw shrimp also often contains a bacterium called Vibrio, which attaches itself to the shells of shrimp and other shellfishβgross! Why support this harmful industry when you can enjoy delicious and cruelty-free shrimp instead?
What Is Vegan Shrimp Made Out Of?
But if theyβre not made from shrimp, what are these plant-based shrimp alternatives made from? Well, there can be many options for making vegetarian shrimp!
Common ingredients include:Β
- Rice
- Potato
- Konjac
- Mushrooms
- Seaweed Extract
How to Serve Up Plant-Based Shrimp?
Plant-based shrimp can make a fun addition to your existing vegan meals as well as a snack or meal of itβs own. Here are a few ways you can dish it up!
- A vegan salad topping
- Add to pasta (itβs delicious with this creamyΒ fettuccini alfredo)
- In a sandwich (think beyond the classic PoβBoy)
- Make vegetarian shrimp cocktail
- Breaded shrimp served with tartar sauce
- On a skewer with veggies like red bell peppers and zucchini
- Chop and mix into a vegan jambalaya
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