How Much Meat Do I Need?
A practical guide for families and entertaining. Buy the right amount — no waste, no hungry guests.
Roast Beef Portions
As a general guide for roasting joints:
| Number of People | Beef Joint Size |
|---|---|
| 4 People | 1kg |
| 6 People | 1.5kg |
| 8 People | 2kg |
| 10 People | 2.5kg |
These recommendations allow for generous portions and leftovers.
Pork Joint Portions
For roasting joints:
| Number of People | Pork Joint Size |
|---|---|
| 4 People | 1kg |
| 6 People | 1.5kg |
| 8 People | 2kg |
| 10 People | 2.5kg |
Remember that crackling is often just as popular as the meat itself.
Lamb Joint Portions
Depends on whether the joint is boneless or bone-in.
🍖 Boneless Lamb
- 200–250g per person
🦴 Bone-In Lamb
- 300g per person
Steak Portions
As a guide per person:
- Standard serving: 225g (8oz)
- Larger appetite: 340g (12oz)
Minced Beef
For dishes such as cottage pie, chilli and spaghetti bolognese:
- Allow 150–200g per adult
Sausages
A typical serving:
- 2 to 3 sausages per adult
- 1 to 2 sausages per child
Planning for Special Occasions
If you're entertaining, it's always sensible to allow a little extra. Guests often have second helpings, and leftovers rarely go to waste.
Every gathering is different. The number of adults, children and side dishes can all affect how much meat you'll need.
Simply tell us how many people you're feeding and we'll recommend exactly what you need.
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