Crustaceans, shrimp, cooked
FDC 175180oz (85 g)
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Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Density 83 · +8 vs Fish & seafood medianCooking concentrates shrimp's nutrients further: the cooked form also scores 83 of 100, Strong and ranked 17th of 60 in Fish & seafood, with protein climbing to 48% DV as moisture cooks away and calories rise modestly to 99 per 100 grams.
A 3-ounce, 85-gram serving is the classic size for shrimp scampi, a po'boy filling, or a chilled salad topping, and it needs only a couple of minutes in boiling water or a hot pan. As with the raw form, cholesterol is the number to watch, higher here at 189 milligrams per 100 grams, since cooking concentrates it per gram even as fat stays low at 0.28 grams.
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Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 99 kcal | 5% |
| Total fat | 0.28 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.06 g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 189 mg | 63% |
| Sodium | 111 mg | 5% |
| Carbohydrate | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Dietary fiber | - | |
| Sugars | - | |
| Protein | 24 g | 48% |
| Potassium | 259 mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 70 mg | 5% |
| Iron | 0.51 mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 39 mg | 9% |
| Vitamin C | - | |
| Vitamin A | - | |
| Vitamin E | - |
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 84 kcal | 4% |
| Total fat | 0.24 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.05 g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 161 mg | 54% |
| Sodium | 94 mg | 4% |
| Carbohydrate | 0.17 g | 0% |
| Dietary fiber | - | |
| Sugars | - | |
| Protein | 20 g | 41% |
| Potassium | 220 mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 60 mg | 5% |
| Iron | 0.43 mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 33 mg | 8% |
| Vitamin C | - | |
| Vitamin A | - | |
| Vitamin E | - |
Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain
FDC 175180Original analysis by NutriVerdict
What it is rich in
Nutrients supplying at least 10% of the Daily Value per 100 grams. 20% or more is an excellent source.
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Versus the fish & seafood median
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
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In the kitchen and how to use it
Cooked shrimp is ready to eat straight from the package, making it a shortcut for shrimp cocktail, chilled shrimp salads, spring rolls, or a quick toss into a bowl of cold noodles. It reheats gently in a warm sauce or soup, but because it is already cooked, it only needs a brief warm-through to avoid turning rubbery, whether in a pasta toss, a stir-fry finished at the last minute, or a quesadilla filling. It is also a common shortcut for shrimp po'boys, shrimp tacos, and party trays where speed matters more than starting from scratch.
Pick cooked shrimp that look plump and pink with no grayish or slimy patches, and keep it refrigerated, using it within a couple of days of opening. At 99 calories and 24 grams of protein per 100 grams, with protein covering 48% of the daily value, cooked shrimp is a convenient way to add substantial protein to a salad or grain bowl without much added fat, 0.28 g per 100 g. Because it needs no further cooking, it is an easy way to bulk up a quick lunch, a rice bowl, or a platter for entertaining, and it holds up well chilled for make-ahead meals.
Frequently asked questions about crustaceans, shrimp
How many calories are in cooked shrimp?
Cooked shrimp has about 99 calories per 100 grams.
Is cooked shrimp high in protein?
Yes, it provides 24 grams of protein per 100 grams, reaching 48% of the daily value.
How should cooked shrimp be stored?
Keep it refrigerated and use it within a couple of days, checking that it looks plump and pink without any grayish or slimy patches.