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Get ready to celebrate National Shrimp Day on May 10! This special day has been celebrated since the late 1990s when it was created to honor this tasty crustacean. Shrimp have been around for millions of years and can be found in nearly every body of water all over the world. They are a great source of protein, low in calories, and incredibly delicious. So break out your favorite shrimp recipes and get ready to feast!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Emergence of Shrimp Fisheries</div><div class='timeline-text'>In the 1800s, shrimp fisheries began to emerge all over the United States, feeding the growing demand for this tasty seafood treat.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1934</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Shrimp Cocktail Served</div><div class='timeline-text'>In 1934, Las Vegas hotel owner Guy McAfee allegedly served the first shrimp cocktail, which would become a staple seafood dish in American cuisine.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1985</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Shrimp Becomes Top Seafood</div><div class='timeline-text'>In 1985, shrimp overtook canned tuna to become America's favorite seafood, a title it still holds today.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1990s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Shrimp Day Inception</div><div class='timeline-text'>National Shrimp Day began to be celebrated in the late 1990s as a way to honor and enjoy this popular seafood treat.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Shrimp Sustainability Movement</div><div class='timeline-text'>In recent years, there has been a push for more sustainably sourced shrimp to reduce the environmental impact of shrimp fishing and farming.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a shrimp feast</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Create a shrimp feast for your family and friends. Get creative with some recipes you find online or in cookbooks, and make sure there's plenty of shrimp to go around.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Order shrimp takeout</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take the night off from cooking and order your favorite shrimp dish from your local restaurant. You can also try out a new place that specializes in shrimp dishes.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Go on a seafood tour</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take the family out on a seafood tour! Visit a local fish market to buy fresh seafood, or head to a nearby beach and do some shrimping or crabbing.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Learn how to cook with shrimp</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Sign up for a cooking class that focuses on cooking with shrimp. You’ll learn tips and tricks for making delicious meals that are sure to impress your guests.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a shrimp tasting party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite over some friends and have them bring different types of shrimp dishes to share. Have everyone sample each dish and vote on their favorite recipe.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Shrimp is a healthy protein source</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Shrimp is low in calories and saturated fat, making it an excellent choice for people looking to improve their diets. It's also rich in vitamins and minerals that can help boost your immune system, so you can enjoy your shrimp with added peace of mind!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Shrimp is quick & easy to cook</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Cooking shrimp doesn't have to be complicated or time consuming. You can quickly grill, sauté, bake or even boil them - it all depends on the dish you're preparing. Plus, they don't require any pre-cooking preparation such as thawing or marinating like other proteins do!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Shrimp has a mild flavor</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Shrimp has a subtle flavor that won't overpower other ingredients in a dish. This makes them the perfect addition to stir fries, pastas and salads - giving them just enough flavor without overpowering the other ingredients.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Shrimps are Swimmers</h3><p class='facts-content'>Opposed to popular belief, shrimps are not stationary creatures. They can actually swim backwards by flexing their abdomen repeatedly.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Size Variation in Different Types of Shrimps</h3><p class='facts-content'>There are over 2,000 different species of shrimp worldwide, ranging in size from less than an inch to nearly a foot long.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Shrimps Have Remarkable Life Span</h3><p class='facts-content'>Shrimps can live up to 7 years, which is quite remarkable for such small creatures.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Shrimps Change Their Gender</h3><p class='facts-content'>Some types of shrimps can start their life as a male and then change to a female as they mature.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>World's Most Popular Seafood is Shrimps</h3><p class='facts-content'>Shrimps are the most frequently consumed seafood worldwide, even outpacing staples like tuna and salmon.</p></div></div>
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