When to use this calculator
Divide a cooked batch equally into portions by weight. Use cooked weight when dividing cooked food; raw and cooked weights differ.
Explore the recipes & portions calculators for other questions in this topic. For a related calculation, use the Protein Per Serving Calculator: Allocate an entered recipe protein total to equal portions.
PUTTING IT INTO PRACTICE
Meal Portion: a worked example
The values below are an illustrative example, not a recommendation. Replace them with measurements or assumptions that match your question.
| Input | Example value |
|---|---|
| Cooked batch weight (g) | 1,800 |
| Portions (integer) | 6 |
| Result | 300 g |
- Check the input labels and enter the example values above.
- Apply the relationship: Portion weight = batch weight ÷ portions.
- The result is 300 g, rounded for display.
How to interpret your result
Use cooked weight when dividing cooked food; raw and cooked weights differ.
Raw, cooked and trimmed weights are different measurement stages. An edible-yield percentage describes the remaining share after preparation. Scaling ingredient amounts does not automatically scale cooking time.
Frequently asked questions
Should portion weights use raw or cooked food?
Use whichever basis your recipe or serving plan requires, and state it consistently. Do not compare raw weights directly with cooked weights.
How do I use the meal portion calculator?
Enter cooked batch weight (g), portions (integer). The result updates automatically. Use the units shown beside each input; the example values illustrate the method.
Which formula does this calculator use?
Portion weight = batch weight ÷ portions.
What should I check before using the result?
Use cooked weight when dividing cooked food; raw and cooked weights differ.
How are results rounded?
Scalar numbers display up to six decimal places, with scientific notation for very large or small values. Text, fraction, date and schedule outputs use the format described on the tool. Intermediate calculations use JavaScript floating-point arithmetic. Keep sensible precision for your measurements.
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