Headless shrimp

Shrimp with the heads still on tend to be mushier in texture, while headless shrimp are crisper. This is because shrimp with the head still on has more fat. Without the head, and the fat, headless shrimp maintains its crispiness for longer periods of time. If you aren’t using the fish the same day you’re purchasing it, you may want to opt for head-off shrimp that you can store in your freezer.