How this bbq meat calculator works
Desired cooked ounces are converted to pounds and divided by cooked yield to estimate raw meat needed. Extra allowance is then added.
How to use it
- People. Enter the value that applies to your situation.
- Cooked meat per person. Enter the value in oz.
- Cooked yield from raw. Enter the value in %.
- Extra allowance. Enter the value in %.
- Request the result. Add your email, then select “Email & show my result.”
What to do with the number
Brisket, pulled pork, ribs and poultry have different cooking yields, so use a yield that matches the cut. When serving multiple meats, split the cooked portion among them instead of applying the full portion to every meat.
Planning estimate
Use this result as a starting point, not a guarantee. Product specifications, site conditions, manufacturer guidance, local codes, taxes, labor, tolerances, and rounding can change the real requirement or cost.