This raw to cooked meat weight conversion calculator is an essential tool to help estimate the final weight of cooked meat based on its raw weight, considering factors like cooking method and meat type.
For instance, a 10 oz raw steak might weigh approximately 7.5 oz after grilling due to moisture loss.
Raw to Cooked Meat Weight Calculator
| Meat Type | Raw Weight (oz) | Shrinkage % | Cooked Weight (oz) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beef Steak | 16 | 20% | 12.8 |
| Chicken Breast | 10 | 25% | 7.5 |
| Pork Chop | 14 | 30% | 9.8 |
| Ground Turkey | 12 | 22% | 9.36 |
| Lamb Shoulder | 20 | 35% | 13 |
| Salmon Fillet | 8 | 15% | 6.8 |
| Ribeye Steak | 12 | 25% | 9 |
| Boneless Chicken Thighs | 10 | 30% | 7 |
| Shrimp (peeled) | 16 | 10% | 14.4 |
| Venison Steak | 14 | 22% | 10.92 |
| Turkey Breast | 18 | 25% | 13.5 |
| Duck Breast | 10 | 30% | 7 |
| Ground Lamb | 12 | 30% | 8.4 |
| Bison Burger | 8 | 20% | 6.4 |
| Pork Tenderloin | 16 | 25% | 12 |
Raw to Cooked Meat Weight Conversion Formula
The formula for converting raw meat weight to cooked weight is:
Cooked Weight = Raw Weight × (1 - Shrinkage Percentage)Where:
- Raw Weight is the initial weight of the uncooked meat
- Shrinkage Percentage varies depending on the meat type and cooking method
For example, if you have 16 oz of raw chicken breast with an expected shrinkage of 25%:
Cooked Weight = 16 oz × (1 - 0.25) = 16 oz × 0.75 = 12 ozHow do you convert raw meat to cooked weight?
Converting raw meat to cooked weight involves these steps:
- Weigh the raw meat
- Determine the shrinkage percentage based on meat type and cooking method
- Apply the conversion formula
Converting 20 oz of raw pork chops (30% shrinkage) to cooked weight:
Raw weight: 20 oz
Shrinkage: 30% (0.30)
Cooked Weight = 20 oz × (1 – 0.30) = 20 oz × 0.70 = 14 oz
20 oz of raw pork chops will yield approximately 14 oz of cooked meat.
How much is 8 oz raw ground beef cooked?
The 8 oz of raw ground beef typically yields about 6 oz when cooked.
To determine the cooked weight of 8 oz raw ground beef:
- Raw weight: 8 oz
- Average shrinkage for ground beef: 25% (0.25)
- Cooked Weight = 8 oz × (1 – 0.25) = 8 oz × 0.75 = 6 oz
What is the weight difference between raw and cooked meat?
The weight difference between raw and cooked meat is primarily due to moisture loss during cooking. This difference, expressed as a percentage, is known as shrinkage.
Shrinkage percentages vary based on:
- Meat type (beef, chicken, pork, etc.)
- Cut of meat (ground, whole muscle, etc.)
- Cooking method (grilling, roasting, frying, etc.)
- Cooking temperature and duration
12 oz chicken breast with 25% shrinkage:
- Raw weight: 12 oz
- Cooked weight: 12 oz × (1 – 0.25) = 9 oz
- Weight difference: 12 oz – 9 oz = 3 oz
The weight difference is 3 oz, or 25% of the original weight.
References
- USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service. “Water in Meat and Poultry” https://www.fsis.usda.gov/food-safety/safe-food-handling-and-preparation/food-safety-basics/water-meat-and-poultry
- National Cattlemen’s Beef Association. “Beef Yield Guide” https://www.beefitswhatsfordinner.com/resources/yield-guide
- Journal of Food Science. “Cooking Yields and Nutrient Retention in Meats” https://ift.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/journal/17503841
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