When it comes to family dinners, expectations and preferences often collide in unexpected ways. What should have been a

simple, home-cooked shrimp dish from my mother-in-law quickly turned into a dilemma when I noticed the shrimp were

neither peeled nor deveined. While some might see this as a minor detail, the dark vein running along the shrimp’s back—the

digestive tract—can be off-putting for those who prioritize cleanliness and presentation.

Although eating undeveined shrimp isn’t harmful, the presence of sand or grit inside can ruin the texture and taste, especially

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