How much weight do you lose when making jerky?

Chef's answer
Beef Jerky shrinks in size up to 3-1. The process of dehydration can reduce the weight anywhere between 1/2 to 2/3 of the original weight. For example, 3 pounds of raw meat can shrink down to 1 pound.
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There are many variables to consider here, including who you are feeding and what you will be serving alongside the crab legs. However, if you are serving crab lovers with a moderate-to-large appetite, we would suggest between 1-2 pounds of crab legs per adult.
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