Shellfish Buying Chart
Here is a quick guide to know how much shellfish is in a serving.
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| Type of Shellfish | Amount per Serving |
| Littleneck or Cherrystone Clams, in the shell | 6 to 8 |
| Clams, soft shell | 12 to 20 |
| Mussels in the shell |
2 pounds |
| Oysters in the shell | 6 to 8 |
| Oysters, shucked |
1/2 pint |
| Scallops, shucked | 5 ounces |
| Shrimp, headless |
6 to 8 ounces |
| Shrimp, peeled and deveined | 4 to 5 ounces |
| Lobster, whole | 1 per person |
Knowing the ins and outs of shellfish is sure to help you better prepare shellfish dishes at home. The tips featured in this article will help you on your way.
Want more information? Try these:
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