What the heck is a a “U-12” shrimp?
Our common-sense guide has all the answers.
Don’t get your tail tied in a knotwe’ve got you covered with this common-sense guide to shrimp.
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Here’s everything you gotta know before you shop.
What Do Shrimp Sizes Mean?
What Are The Official Sizes of Shrimp?
The number comes from a handy seafood industry shrimp size chart.
If the label reads 26/30, you know there should be from 26 to 30 shrimp in each pound.
Keep that in mind the next time you’re stocking up on jumbo shrimp.
How Many Shrimp Should You Cook Per Person?
This is highly dependent on the recipe.
For example, ourEasy Grilled Shrimpfeeds four and uses 1 1/2 lb.
of large peeled, deveined raw shrimp, tails on, or about 6 ounces of shrimp per person.
Are Fresh Shrimp Better Than Frozen?
That’s because commercial fishers or farms flash freeze their shrimp to preserve it.
