How much shrimp do I need for 15 people?

How much shrimp do I need for 15 people?

Shrimp for 15 people as a main course would be 5.6lbs to 7.5lbs of raw headless shrimp. As an appetizer, 2–3oz of raw headless shell on shrimp. Shrimp for 15 people as an appetizer would be 30 to 45 ounces, or about 2 to 3lbs.

How many shrimp are in a pound of shrimp?

25 shrimp

How do shrimp sizes work?

The count refers to the number of individual shrimp in 1 pound. So for instance, when you buy 1 pound of 21/25 count shrimp, you can expect to get 21 to 25 shrimp. The smaller the numbers, the bigger the shrimp. This means there are “under 15” or “under 10” shrimp per pound.

What size is 51 60 shrimp mean?

The U stands for “under,” meaning that less than 10 shrimp make up one pound. Smaller sizes are labeled with a per-pound range, such as 51/60 for “small” shrimp, meaning there are 51 to 60 shrimp in one pound.

What does the count of shrimp mean?

The number above and below the slash (/) indicate the range of shrimp per pound. For example 26/30 indicates there are between 26 and 30 shrimp per pound. So, just remember: the larger the count, the smaller the shrimp!

How much does a pound of shrimp cost?

The freshest seafood, direct from our own fleet of fishing boats with 4 great ways to order!

Item Price Unit
SHRIMP
4/6 Jumbo Shrimp Raw $13.99 per pound
Raw Boat Run Shrimp caught in North Carolina waters $10.99 per pound
16/20 Shrimp Cocktail $11.99 per pound

Should I buy fresh or frozen shrimp?

It’s preferable to buy shrimp frozen – most are sold in five-pound blocks – as fresh is rare and thawed shrimp gives neither the flavor of fresh nor the flexibility of frozen. The shelf life of thawed shrimp is only a couple of days, whereas shrimp stored in the freezer retain their quality for several weeks.

How long is Costco cilantro lime shrimp good for?

four days

What do you do with cilantro lime shrimp from Costco?

Inspired by Costco’s cilantro lime shrimp. Serve it cold, with pasta, in salad, or in lettuce wraps for quick meal! Try these tender jumbo shrimp cooked in a fresh, herbaceous cilantro lime sauce!