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Pork Portion Sizes Per Person

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When you’re buying pork, the amount you purchase will depend on several factors, including how many people you feed, if side dishes are to be served, and whether the meat is boneless.

Where pork is the main dish, paired with sides, allow 225g of raw pork per person. For bigger appetites increase this serving size to 300g per person. If using diced or minced pork in a dish like curry or stir fry allow 115-150g per person.

Our handy reference table below will help you to buy just the right amount of pork:

Pork joint	Approx. Weight	Serves
Bone in Roast - Like pork shoulder and pork leg	2-2.5kg	4-6
Bone in Roast - Like pork shoulder and pork leg	3.5-4kg	10-12
Boneless shoulder	1.5-2kg	6-8
Pork loin	1.5-2kg	6
Pork belly	1kg	4
	2kg	8
	3kg	12
Pork chop/steak	1chop/steak	1
Pork mince	100g	1
Pork mince	500g	5-6

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Frozen pork vs. fresh

Is fresh pork better than frozen? Fresh pork may be slightly tastier with a more consistent texture but frozen pork can’t be beaten for convenience.

How long can cooked pork last in the fridge?

Cooked pork should be refrigerated within 2 hours of cooking and eaten within 3 to 4 days. It can be eaten cold in a salad or sandwich or reheated to 74℃ until piping hot.

How long can raw pork last in the fridge?

Fresh raw pork can last in the fridge for 2 days but must be cooked before the use-by-date, even if that date is sooner.

How long can pork last in the freezer?

Depending on the cut, pork can be kept in the freezer for up to 8 months.

Can you freeze cooked pork?

Cooked pork and pork leftovers can be frozen for up to 3 months which is great news for food preppers and those wanting to minimise food waste.

Reheating pork

The most effective methods for reheating pork are in a conventional oven, a microwave, on the hob or in the air fryer.

Pork portion sizes

Our handy reference table will help you to buy just the right amount of pork for your family meal.

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