Quick and Easy Way to Devein Shrimp Using a Toothpick

Have you ever wondered if there’s an easy way to devein shrimp? It is safe to eat, but some people prefer to remove the black line since it is the digestive tract. If you are wondering if it’s poop,  yes, it is, and it can be bitter sometimes. I used to cut the top part just to remove the dark-colored vein, which can be time-consuming. If you do the same thing, as I usually do, try this different technique. You’ll never go back to the old method for sure.

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Quick & Easy Cooking With Mimi on YouTube will teach you how to devein shrimp using a toothpick. Yes, all you need is a toothpick. You don’t even need to peel the skin to remove the vein. It’s super quick and easy compared to peeling them, cutting the top part, then removing the vein. It saves you a lot of time – great when you have a lot of shrimp to cook. I’m glad I learned about this trick, so I no longer have to do the long process. Give this simple hack a try next time you cook shrimp at home.

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What You Need to Devein Shrimp

• toothpick

How to Devein Shrimp Using Toothpick

Step 1:

Hold the shrimp sideways using your left hand and the toothpick with your other hand.

Step 2:

Insert the toothpick onto the center of the shrimp just below the top edge.

Step 3:

Carefully push the toothpick upwards and you’ll be able to get the vein out.

Step 4:

Using your hands, gently pull all the vein out. Repeat all the steps with the remaining shrimp.

Quick and Easy Way to Devein Shrimp Using Toothpick