In this video, I show you a simple, no-mess way to wash prawns properly before cooking—using a vegetable strainer/colander. I put the raw prawns straight into the strainer, rinse them under cold running water, and gently toss them with my hands so every piece gets cleaned evenly. This method is fast, clean, and you don’t end up with prawns sitting in dirty water in a bowl. If you want, I also do a quick optional cleanse using a pinch of salt and turmeric to reduce the fishy smell and help with basic surface cleaning. After that, I rinse again for about 30 seconds and then the most important part: I drain and shake off the extra water really well. When you remove excess water, your prawns don’t turn soggy, and you get a better sear if you’re frying or grilling. I also touch on how I handle deveined vs shell-on prawns during washing so you don’t overdo it and ruin the texture.