Metapenaeus affinis, commonly referred to as the Jinga shrimp,[1] is a species of prawn in the family Penaeidae.

[3] M. affinis is found in the Indo-Pacific, from the Persian Gulf to Hawaii, at depths of 5 to 92 metres (20 to 300 ft).

[2] This species is most important in Pakistan's surrounding waters.

[4] M. affinis is considered the most important species of Metapenaeus in India.

These shrimp are exported in Bangladesh for local consumption.