Four smart ways to devein shrimp—whether you need to move quickly or are aiming for flawless presentation.

Whether you love shrimp cocktail, shrimp salad, or shrimp scampi, shrimp is a beloved protein that shines in summer dishes and more. But even if you buy pre-cleaned, tail-on shrimp, you may notice a ...

Claire is Lifehacker's Senior Food Editor. She has a B.S. in chemistry, a decade of food journalism experience, and a deep love for mayonnaise and MSG. The “vein” that runs down the back of a shrimp ...

No matter the preparation, most recipes call for shrimp to be peeled and deveined. Here’s how to do it at home with nothing more than a paring knife. What exactly is a shrimp vein? It’s actually not a ...

Deveining shrimp is up there with peeling garlic for me. It's not fun to do, but just a part of cooking life. I often wonder how necessary it really is, and always default to doing it. (It's better ...