How Many Pieces of Shrimp Are in 100 Grams? A Detailed Look

Shrimp is a delicious and nutritious seafood that is enjoyed by many. But when cooking or eating shrimp a common question is – how many shrimp pieces are in a typical 100 gram serving?

The number of shrimp per 100 grams can vary quite a bit depending on the size of the shrimp. Shrimp are categorized by “count per pound”, which tells you how many individual shrimp make up one pound. The lower the count, the larger the shrimp size.

Here’s a look at how many shrimp you can expect in 100 grams for different shrimp sizes

Shrimp Sizing and Grades

• Colossal or Jumbo (U10 or 16/20 count per lb) – These are the largest shrimp available, with under 10 or 16-20 shrimp per pound. You’ll get approximately 4-6 jumbo shrimp per 100 grams

• Extra Large (21/25 or 26/30 count per lb) – Slightly smaller but still big shrimp, with 21-30 per pound. About 7-9 extra large shrimp in 100 grams.

• Large (31/35 or 36/40 count per lb) – The most common large shrimp size found in stores. Ranges from 31-40 per pound. Expect around 8-11 large shrimp per 100 grams.

• Medium (41/50 or 51/60 count per lb) – The smaller end of what’s considered “medium” shrimp. Approximately 10-13 medium shrimp in 100 grams.

• Small (61/70 or 71/90 count per lb) – The smallest commonly available shrimp, sometimes called popcorn shrimp. You’ll find about 12-18 small shrimp in 100 grams.

• Miniature or salad (100+ count per lb) – Tiny shrimp with over 100 per pound. A 100 gram serving may contain 20+ miniature shrimp.

So as you go up in shrimp size and down in count per pound, the number of individual shrimp pieces in 100 grams decreases.

Visualizing Different Shrimp Sizes

To give a better idea of how shrimp size compares visually, here is a photo showing 100 gram portions of peeled, cooked shrimp for different counts:

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The jumbo shrimp on the left weigh about 20 grams each. The small shrimp on the right are only around 5 grams each. This demonstrates clearly how you get fewer total shrimp as the size increases.

Factors Affecting Shrimp Counts

Keep in mind that the number of shrimp per pound and per serving can vary slightly based on other factors:

• Sex – Females tend to be bigger than males at the same age.

• Season – Shrimp size fluctuates through growth cycles at different times of year.

• Preparation – Raw, peeled, grilled etc. will alter the weight.

• Additives – Breaded or sauced shrimp will weigh more.

• Freezing – Frozen/thawed shrimp may lose moisture and weigh less.

So the shrimp counts listed are general guidelines. Tracking purchases over time will give you a customized average for your needs.

Nutrition Content per 100 Grams

Many people ask about shrimp counts because they want to calculate nutrition, especially protein content. Here are the typical nutrients in 100 grams of cooked shrimp:

• Calories: 99
• Protein: 24g
• Fat: 1g
• Carbs: 1g

This shows that 100 grams of shrimp, whether 4 big ones or 15 small ones, delivers 24g of protein and under 100 calories.

Choosing the Right Shrimp Size

Now that you know about shrimp sizing and counts, you can select what works best for your recipes and preferences. Bigger shrimp provide succulent mouthfuls, while smaller salad shrimp offer more bites per serving. Aim for 31/35 to 41/50 count per pound for a happy medium.

No matter what size you choose, shrimp offers a sweet, briny taste and great nutrition in every bite. Keep these serving counts in mind and enjoy shrimp to its fullest potential.