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A standard taco filling estimate is about 2 to 3 tablespoons of cooked meat per taco, which works out to roughly 1/3 pound of raw ground meat per person for a typical 3-taco serving, after accounting for cooking shrinkage.
Source: Based on standard taco-night planning guidance of about 1/3 pound of raw ground meat per person, enough for roughly 3 standard-sized tacos.
About 1/3 pound of raw ground meat per person is a standard estimate for about 3 tacos.
Roughly 2 to 3 tablespoons of cooked, seasoned meat per taco is a typical fill amount for a standard taco shell or tortilla.
Yes — the 1/3 lb per person raw-weight figure already accounts for typical ground meat cooking loss, so you don't need to add extra on top of it.
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