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Best Vegan Shrimp & Prawn Substitutes To Try

Have you watched Seaspiracy and made the pledge to ditch seafood in 2021? Thanks for your ocean-friendly contribution! Your support is crucial in order to keep our oceans alive and save the planet we call home. Learn more here!

Letting go of fish and seafood can be very difficult, especially if you’re a big fan of sushi or Creole cuisine. However, once you find your go-to substitutes, you’ll be all set to start saving the fishies! Keep reading and discover your new favorite vegan shrimp brands to enjoy in your vegan lifestyle!

Sophie’s Kitchen Vegan Shrimp

Price: $

Allergen info: Made in a facility that processes tree nuts.

Benefits: Soy and gluten free, non-GMO.

This popular vegan seafood brand is famous for its flavorful, ocean-friendly alternatives. Not only do they offer these delicious, healthy, and golden brown prawns—they also carry ‘crab’ cakes, ‘fish’ fillets, smoked ‘salmon’, and toona! Their vegan smoked salmon even won the 2019 PETA Vegan Food Award!

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All Vegetarian Inc. Vegan Shrimp

Price: $

Allergen info: N/A

Benefits: Soy and gluten free, non-GMO.

All Vegetarian Inc’s vegan shrimp is perfect for making Po’Boys, Fried Rice, Vegan Paellas, and more! Made without breading, they’re super versatile and a yummy addition to any plant-based meal. Just watch out for the sodium content!

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May Wah Vegan Red Spot Prawns

Price: $

Allergen info: N/A

Benefits: Gluten and soy free.

Boil, cool, and marinate. That’s all you need to do to prepare these amazing plant-based prawns! Not only are they low in fat, they can also provide you with 46% of your daily vitamin C needs in a single serving. Save marine life and load up on nutrients with these cruelty-free vegan prawns!

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BeLeaf Plant-Based Shrimp

Price: $$

Allergen info: Allergen-friendly.

Benefits: Soy and gluten free, no MSGs, fat free, low carb.

Made with konjac powder, natural gums, vegetable starch, and other plant-based ingredients, BeLeaf’s vegan shrimp is a fat-free and allergen-friendly shrimp alternative. Use it in Shrimp Scampi, Bang Bang Shrimp, or even breaded and fried for a cheeky vegan treat!

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Loving Hut Fresh Ocean Shrimp

Price: $$

Allergen info: Contains coconut. Made on equipment that processes wheat, soy, and sesame.

Benefits: Gluten free, non-GMO, no artificial preservatives or coloring.

This vegan shrimp is non-GMO and very low in fat and sodium! If you’re ditching shrimp for your health, you’ll want to go for this delicious heart-healthy choice.

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Vegan Zeastar Crispy Lemon Shrimpz

Price: $$$

Allergen info: Contains wheat and soy.

Benefits: Highest in protein, non-GMO, palm oil free.

Another PETA Vegan Food Award Winner, Vegan Zeastar is a Dutch plant-based seafood brand now available in the U.S., Canada, and Europe. You won’t want to miss out on their delicious Crispy Lemon Shrimpz, which you can find on GTFO It’s Vegan! They also offer vegan tuna, salmon, cod, and even fried calamari!

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Ready to ditch seafood for some incredible ocean-friendly, low fat, and cholesterol-free alternatives? Find more great vegan fish and seafood substitutes here! And, if you’d like to learn more about how you can help save our oceans, click here.

Thank you for helping to save marine life and our wonderful blue planet!


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