Special Shrimp

Special shrimp is not a widely used term for a specific type of shrimp in the United States. However, there are several types of shrimp commonly found in restaurants that may be described as "special."

Here are some popular types of special shrimp you might find in US restaurants:

1. Garlic Butter Shrimp:

- Prawns tossed in a buttery sauce with minced garlic and spices.

- Often served with bread for dipping.

2. Bang Bang Shrimp:

- Tempura-battered shrimp with a spicy mayo dipping sauce containing sriracha, mayonnaise, and other ingredients.

- This dish is particularly popular in southern US states.

3. Parmesan Shrimp:

- Lightly battered shrimp tossed in bread crumbs and parmesan cheese, then fried or baked.

- Often served with marinara sauce for dipping.

4. Butterfly Shrimp:

- Large shrimp sliced into thin strips, lightly battered and fried.

- Usually served with a dipping sauce.

5. Coconut Shrimp:

- Shrimp coated in a crunchy coconut batter and fried.

- May be served with a sweet and sour sauce or other dipping sauce.

6. Shrimp Scampi:

- Jumbo shrimp sautéed with garlic, butter, lemon juice, butter, and seasonal vegetables.

- Often served over pasta.

When ordering "special shrimp" at a restaurant, it's best to ask the server for more information about the specific dish.