noun
whiskered velvet shrimp; red rice prawn
A species of shrimp (Metapenaeopsis barbata) known in Japanese cuisine; often used in sushi and tempura.
アカエビは甘みが強く、刺身にすると美味しい。
Red rice prawns are very sweet and delicious as sashimi.
この辺りの海ではアカエビがよく獲れる。
Whiskered velvet shrimp are often caught in the sea around here.
Compound of 赤 (aka, 'red') and 海老/蝦 (ebi, 'shrimp'), referring to its reddish color.