Meat Mentor / Some Basics
Some of the most common questions that we get asked are common to all meats, be it beef, pork, lamb or venison. By way of introduction, we try and answer them on this page.
How much do I need?
To size your piece of meat, allow approximately 8oz (225g) of uncooked meat per person if it is off the bone. If you are buying meat on the bone allow approximately 12oz (340g) of uncooked weight, but always allow a bit extra if you are feeding a hungry hoard or would like a little left over for the next day!
Weight Conversions
4oz / 113g
6oz / 170g
8oz / 227g
10oz / 284g
12oz / 340g
14oz / 397g
16oz(1lb) / 454g
2lb / 0.91kg
3lb / 1.36kg
4lb / 1.82kg
5lb / 2.27kg
What should I do to make the most of my meat?
When we prepare the meat for your order we handle it as little as possible to ensure that it is not damaged. It is cut to the specific weight and specification that you have asked for and then vacuum packed to ensure that it reaches you in perfect condition.
When our meat reaches you, it will arrive fresh so that you can use it immediately or you can put it into your deep freeze. Whatever your choice, before cooking your meat, you should take it out of its bag and place it on a plate uncovered and leave it in the fridge for a couple of hours.
About 30 minutes before cooking, remove the meat from the fridge to take the chill off it. This will allow it to be at its optimum condition for cooking.
Beef
Learn about where our beef comes from, picking your cut, steaks, roasting joints, slow cooking, healthy eating and carving.
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Lamb
Information on the types of lamb that are available - from Hogget to Mutton, and how to cook it.
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Pork
Find out about about where our pork comes from, how to store and prepare it and how to cook it.
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