As a guide, allow 75g of rice per adult (normal appetite).
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How much rice for 2, 4, 6, 8 and 10 people
| People | Amount (g dry) | Cooked weight |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | 150g | 450g |
| 4 | 300g | 900g |
| 6 | 450g | 1350g |
| 8 | 600g | 1800g |
| 10 | 750g | 2250g |
Portion sizes
- Light: 50g per person
- Normal: 75g per person
- Hungry: 90g per person
- Child: 40g per child
How this is worked out
Dry rice roughly triples in weight when cooked, so 75g of uncooked rice becomes about 225g cooked — a generous main-course portion. As a side alongside a big curry you can drop to 50–60g per person; for big appetites allow 90g.