How much pulled pork per person

• Sides. The more there is on the table, the less meat each person takes. A full spread of slaw, fries and salads can bring you down to the buns figure.
• Children. Count each child as half a portion.
• A second meat. Serving brisket or chicken alongside? Allow around 100g of each per person rather than a full portion of both.
• The time of day. An evening meal goes further than a long afternoon where people graze.
• Big appetites. With few or no sides, allow 200g per person.

Brioche buns and a sharp slaw stretch it furthest. Leftovers make a second meal: tacos, loaded fries, or our pulled pork ramen.

It's already cooked and packed frozen. Defrost overnight in the fridge, then reheat following the pack or our pulled pork preparation guide. Once defrosted, use within 3 days, so you can have it ready well before guests arrive.

For a bigger spread, The Fireside Box puts a rack of beef ribs at the centre of the table, with pork belly burnt ends to pass round and pulled pork for the buns.