Cooked Shrimp — Cups to Grams

1 cup of cooked shrimp = 145 grams

1 cup of cooked shrimp weighs approximately 145 grams. Use the converter below for custom amounts, or check the full conversion table.

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145 g

How to Measure Cooked Shrimp Correctly

Cooked shrimp should be measured by weight for accuracy. If a recipe calls for chopped shrimp, prepare it first, then measure. One pound of raw shrimp yields about 1 cup of cooked shrimp.

Understanding Cooked Shrimp Measurements

Cooked shrimp varies in size, so weight is more accurate than volume. One cup of cooked, peeled shrimp weighs approximately 150 grams. The weight varies significantly depending on the size of the shrimp.

Common Uses in Baking & Cooking

Cooked shrimp is used in salads, pasta dishes, and as a main dish. It's convenient and a good source of protein. It's also used in baking, particularly in seafood casseroles.

Storage and Handling Tips

Store cooked shrimp in the refrigerator and use within 2-3 days. It can also be frozen for up to 3 months. If it develops an off smell, discard it.

Need to convert cooked shrimp to other units? Try our cups to grams converter or tablespoons to grams converter.

Related Ingredients

Cooked Shrimp Conversion Table

AmountGramsOunces
1 teaspoon3.02g0.11 oz
1 tablespoon9.06g0.32 oz
¼ cup36.3g1.28 oz
⅓ cup48.3g1.7 oz
½ cup72.5g2.56 oz
⅔ cup96.7g3.41 oz
¾ cup109g3.84 oz
1 cup145g5.11 oz
1½ cups218g7.67 oz
2 cups290g10.2 oz

Measurement Note

Peeled, deveined, cooked.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many grams in a cup of cooked shrimp?
One US cup of cooked shrimp weighs approximately 145 grams. This is based on the standard spooned-and-levelled measuring method.
How many tablespoons in a cup of cooked shrimp?
There are 16 US tablespoons in one US cup. Each tablespoon of cooked shrimp weighs approximately 9.06 grams.
How do I measure cooked shrimp accurately?
Peeled, deveined, cooked. For the most accurate results, we recommend using a digital kitchen scale.
How many cups in 100g of cooked shrimp?
100 grams of cooked shrimp is approximately 0.69 US cups.

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Values are approximate and can vary depending on how the ingredient is measured. For precision baking, we recommend using a digital kitchen scale.