The Dark Line in Shrimp Explained: What It Really Is—and Why Cooks Argue About Removing It

 

How to Devein Shrimp Easily
Deveining shrimp is straightforward and requires no special equipment:

With raw shrimp, make a shallow cut along the back using a small knife.
Gently lift out the dark line with the tip of the blade or a toothpick and discard it.
The process can also be done after cooking and peeling, though the shrimp will be firmer and slightly harder to work with.

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