Quantity and types of barbecue meat

Quantity of meat per person for a barbecue, types of meat, side dishes and duration of the event.

How much meat per person for barbecue?

In between 300 and 500 grams of meat per person. This average varies depending on eating habits, preference for meat and the duration of the barbecue.

What types of meat to buy for a barbecue?

As a general rule, you can choose 40% beef, 30% pork(including sausages here) and 30% chicken meat. Always remember to adjust these suggested average amounts based on participants' general preferences.

Should I consider the weight of the meat bones?

Remember that bone-in cuts can result in less usable meat after cooking, such as steak, rack, t-bone, etc. Consider this and discount a percentage of bones when purchasing meat for the barbecue.

How long does a barbecue last?

Barbecues held for special occasions, such as birthday parties, holidays or celebrations, are generally of an intermediate duration, varying 4 to 6 hours. If your barbecue is going to last longer, increase the amount of meat or side dishes a little.

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