Using these tips you can quickly calculate how much meat per person you need to buy to throw the ultimate BBQ party. If you are serving steak, brisket or any entree based primarily around meat you will want to allow for fairly generous portions. Even with a nice mix of side dishes your meat entree will be the star of the party! To feed a party of 10 you would want at least 5 pounds of cooked meat. If you are making more than one meat entree then figure that most people will take an equal portion of each.
An easy way to eyeball portions of meat is to use your palm. The average 4 to 6 ounce serving of meat is about the size and thickness of your palm fingers excluded. Two small palms-worth of meat should be about 8 ounces. Sometimes your main dish is more than just meat. You might opt to make a curry or big batch of chili or stew. The other ingredients and side dishes will stand in for the meat without leaving anyone hungry. I just figure that I will have more leftovers.
A hungry adult can easily make up the difference if you have a couple of light eaters at your party. So you will need at least 7. It is easy to figure out how much meat per person you need using the above guidelines. But how do you factor in bones or other inedible parts of your meat when you are planning a BBQ? One option is to go boneless. If your cut is boneless your meat will have a greater yield see below.
For things like a smoked pork butt or chicken, however, those extra bones can add a lot of flavor. They also help retain moisture while your meat is on the grill.
You might prefer a bone-in cut. When calculating how much meat per person you need from a bone-in cut, increase your portions upward a bit. Then you can adjust up or down from there to account for different appetites.
There is one more thing to consider before you head to the butcher shop. Your meat is going to lose fat and moisture when you cook it.
A raw 4-pound roast will not produce 4 pounds of cooked meat. How do you determine how much raw meat you need to buy? You need to know the yield of the cut you are cooking.
The yield takes into account the loss of weight from trimming, boning and cooking. It is the percentage of the meat that is left to serve your guests. You need to know how much each cut of meat will yield before you can calculate how much you need buy for your party. This is especially challenging because different cuts of meats and cooking methods produce different yields. Just check out the yield of your meat and add in a bit extra raw meat to account for the loss. So if you want to produce 4 pounds of cooked hamburger about 16 patties then buy at least 5.
Below we have worked out the calculations for a variety of common BBQ meats for your convenience. Pulled pork is a backyard favorite, and you will have some satisfied guests if you decide to make it. Pulled pork is commonly served on rolls slider-style.
You can also serve the pulled or chopped pork as a plated meat with sides and a BBQ sauce. A pound bone-in pork butt will yield around 5. If you choose a boneless cut then you may get as much as 6.
Chicken is one of my favorite things to grill. There is nothing like the flavor of a well-roasted piece of chicken!
You can find some of our favorite chicken-grilling techniques here. It is usually easier to count pieces of chicken rather than using the weight when estimating your portions. This works out to about 2 pieces of chicken per guest. One fun aspect is that some Korean BBQ restaurants have a grill right in the middle of the table. This provides a unique experience of sitting and socializing right beside your grilling meal. Enjoying your BBQ to the max is important, and we hope our calculator helps you do that.
However, a BBQ puts a lot of strain on the environment - you produce a lot of carbon dioxide just by burning fuel. So, to minimize your impact, we highly recommend you follow the tips below. Some will also help you stay safe and sound while you're grilling - you wouldn't want anyone to get injured, would you?
Embed Share via. Barbecue and grill parties around the world Grill responsibly. If you want to impress your friends with a blissful and bountiful BBQ , where everything to goes off without a hitch, we are here to help : The best way to start planning your very own BBQ is with a general checklist of important things to do: Pick a time and place - start with the basics; if you have a garden or a backyard easily available you are all set for a small gathering.
If not, check locally for public spots where it is allowed to have an open fire. Don't forget to check the weather in advance - pick a sunny day! One place we would strongly advise against is on a balcony of an apartment complex. Not only is the smoke an inconvenience to your neighbors, you will most likely get into trouble for breaking fire-safety regulations. Secure funding - think about how much money you want to spend on the BBQ.
If you are planning a big event you may want to ask the guests to chip in by bringing a dish or paying you back. Invite preferably hungry guests - an essential, unless you want all the food to yourself. Prepare a shopping list of food and drinks - the meat is the star of the show - pork, beef, sausages, chicken - all the usual subjects. Enter what you want to eat into our calculator , and we will figure out the amounts for you.
Don't forget the sides, garnishes, sauces, buns, and vegetables though! Having a diverse choice of ingredients will allow everyone to make their perfect burger, hot-dog, or salad. Prepare the BBQ equipment - you need something to grill all of this great food on! You can choose from a portable grill, or a grill using charcoal or gas. You'll also need some tongs to grab and flip the meat. Think about who will be responsible for barbecuing the food - it should be a person with prior experience.
You may use the BBQ grill size calculator to check whether your grill is big enough for the number of people you invited! Don't forget a blanket to sit on! Remember about safety measures - when dealing with an open fire you should always be responsible and have a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit close at hand. Don't forget to protect against the scorching sun with some sunscreen , and if the party is going to extend into the evening, pack a flashlight or secure another form of lighting.
Entertainment - think about other activities you can do at your BBQ; even if you only plan to sit, talk, and stuff your face with tasty grilled treats, don't forget about the music! When you are done eating who is ever done at a BBQ? Not me! For cuts with some bones—like steaks, chops, or a rib roast—you'll need to up the amount to between five-to-eight ounces per person. For meats with loads of bones like spare ribs, lamb shanks, or brisket, figure between 12 and 16 ounces.
Salad: If it's a side salad, go for one big handful per person. Vegetable and potato side dishes : About four or five ounces of each should do. Pasta, beans, rice, and grains : For a side dish, aim for two ounces per person but allow for six ounces of pasta and three ounces of beans for vegetarians. Dessert: Pie, cake, or tart: One slice per guest. Cookies: For standard sized cookies, two-to-three per person. Ice cream: Five ounces per person. Paper Products: Glasses: At least two glasses or cups per person—one for alcoholic beverages, one for water or soda.
Napkins: At least four paper napkins per person or if you're using cloth, go for two per person. Plates : Two per person—one for savory and one for sweet. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site.
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