Prawns, big: nutrition for pregnancy & family

Also known as Giant freshwater prawn, Giant river prawn, Palaemonid freshwater prawn, Shrimp, [Place of collection: Bengaluru]. Food group: Fresh Water Fish and Shellfish.

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Prawns, big in Indian languages

EnglishGiant freshwater prawn, Giant river prawn

Regional names as recorded by ICMR-NIN in the Indian Food Composition Tables.

Nutrition per 100 g

Energy91 kcal
Protein19.2 g
Fat0.5 g
Iron0.8 mg
Calcium49 mg

Nutrition source: ICMR-NIN — Indian Food Composition Tables (IFCT). Values are typical per 100 g and vary by variety and preparation.

Educational information, not medical or dietary advice. Most everyday foods are fine in normal amounts — ask your doctor or dietitian about anything specific to your pregnancy.