Small Prawn per KG (100+ prawns in one KG)

Fresh Small Prawns (جھینگے) in Karachi

Small prawns are the budget-friendly choice and cook in minutes – perfect where prawns are mixed through rice or batter.

At Ilyas Fish, we receive fresh seafood stock daily. Order small prawns online, choose how you want them cleaned, and get them delivered to your door.

Small Prawns at a Glance

English Name: Prawns / Shrimp
Urdu Name: جھینگا / جھینگے
Roman Urdu Name: Jhinga / Jheenga
Type: Marine shellfish (crustacean) from the Arabian Sea
Size Grade: Small – approx. 100+ prawns per kg
Taste: Sweet and delicate
Best For: prawn pulao and biryani, fried rice, prawn pakoras, omelette and fillings

What Are Prawns?

Prawns – known in Pakistan as Jhinga (جھینگا) – are one of Karachi’s best-loved seafoods. Several prawn species from the Arabian Sea are sold under the name “prawns” in Pakistani markets, so we grade our prawns by size (count per kilogram) rather than by species name.

Prawns have sweet, delicate meat that cooks in minutes and takes Pakistani spices beautifully.

What Does “100+ Prawns per KG” Mean?

Prawns are graded by how many whole prawns make up one kilogram. A lower number means bigger prawns. Small prawns are approximately 100+ whole prawns per kg, counted before cleaning. The exact count can vary slightly with each batch.

Free Prawn Cleaning – Cleaning Options

Standard cleaning is free at Ilyas Fish. Tell us your preferred style in the order notes or on WhatsApp:

• Whole (as is) – head and shell on
• Headless, shell on
• Peeled, tail on – great for grilling and frying
• Peeled and deveined – ready for karahi, curry and rice dishes

How We Weigh Prawns

Prawns are weighed whole, before cleaning, and the price is per kilogram of whole prawns. Removing heads, shells and veins takes away a noticeable part of the weight, so the cleaned prawns you receive will weigh less than the billed weight. Peeled and headless cleaning removes the most.

Best Ways to Cook Small Prawns

Prawn pulao and biryani

Lightly fry marinated prawns first, then layer them through the rice so they do not overcook.

Fried rice

Toss small peeled prawns into egg fried rice in the last minutes of cooking – they cook almost instantly.

Prawn pakoras

Mix chopped small prawns into spiced besan batter and deep fry until crisp.

Omelette and fillings

Add small cleaned prawns to omelettes, sandwiches, rolls and samosa fillings.

Whatever you cook, remember that prawns cook fast. They are done as soon as they turn opaque and pink-orange and curl into a loose “C” shape – usually just a few minutes. A tight “O” curl means they are overcooked and will be rubbery.

Quick marinade: lemon juice, garlic-ginger paste, red chilli, turmeric, salt and a little oil – rest for 15–20 minutes, then cook on high heat.

How to Check Fresh Prawns

• Shells are shiny and firmly attached
• Heads are attached and not black or loose
• Flesh is firm, not soft or mushy
• Smell is fresh and of the sea, never ammonia-like or sour

How to Store Prawns

Refrigerate at 4°C or below as soon as they arrive and cook within 1–2 days, or freeze them. Thaw frozen prawns in the refrigerator. Keep raw seafood separate from ready-to-eat food, and cook prawns until the flesh is opaque (63°C / 145°F).

Allergy Note

Prawns are shellfish, one of the most common food allergens. People with a shellfish allergy should not eat prawns.

Choosing the Right Prawn Size

Ilyas Fish sells prawns in several grades: Small (100+ per kg), Medium (60–80), Large (35–50), Extra Large (20–30) and Super Jumbo (10–15), plus Tiger Prawns in Medium (30–40), Large (16–25) and Super Jumbo (10–15). Smaller grades suit rice dishes and pakoras; bigger grades suit grilling and BBQ. Browse all sizes in our Prawns category.

Buy Small Prawns Online – Karachi & Pakistan Delivery

Ilyas Fish is a Karachi seafood store. Order small prawns online for delivery anywhere in Karachi – including DHA, Clifton, Gulshan-e-Iqbal, North Nazimabad, Federal B Area, PECHS, Gulistan-e-Jauhar and Saddar – and we also deliver to other cities across Pakistan. Add to cart above, or order on WhatsApp at +92 306 9279998.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many small prawns are in 1 kg?

Approximately 100+ whole prawns per kilogram, counted before cleaning.

What are prawns called in Urdu?

Prawns are called جھینگا (Jhinga) in Urdu.

Is prawn cleaning free?

Yes. Standard cleaning is free – headless, peeled or peeled and deveined.

Are prawns weighed before or after cleaning?

Before cleaning. The price is per kg of whole prawns, so the cleaned weight you receive is lower.

What are small prawns best for?

prawn pulao and biryani, fried rice, prawn pakoras, omelette and fillings.

How do I know when prawns are cooked?

They turn opaque and pink-orange and curl into a loose “C” shape. This usually takes only a few minutes.

How should I store prawns after delivery?

Refrigerate at 4°C or below and cook within 1–2 days, or freeze them.

Do you deliver prawns outside Karachi?

Yes. Ilyas Fish delivers across Karachi and to other cities in Pakistan. Contact us on WhatsApp to confirm delivery for your city.