re: Shrimp boil - about how many shrimp needed per person

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I'd estimate at least 3 pounds per.






that is a shitton of shrimp

.5-1 pound tops, esp with side items, salad, bread

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Agreed. If you've got nice head on shrimp, I'd say about a pound to a pound and a half is plenty on average, per person. Especially, with other sides.