Can I scale seasonings with the same ratio?
Use the result as a guide, but salt and spices can become too strong. Add less first and adjust.
Recipe Serving Converter
Scale a 2-serving recipe to 3, 4, or any other target serving count using a simple serving ratio.
Input
Enter original servings, target servings, and ingredient amount to scale a recipe.
Original servings
Target servings
Common scaling
Common amounts
Scaled amount
200
g
2servings → 4servings / Ratio: 2
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How to use
- Choose the original recipe servings.
- Choose the target servings.
- Enter the ingredient amount and unit to see the scaled amount.
Formula
Scaled amount = original amount × target servings ÷ original servings. Round practical amounts for real cooking.
Notes
- Salt, sugar, and spices may taste stronger than the ratio suggests, so start with less.
- Cooking time and pan size may not scale linearly.
- Taste and adjust before serving.
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Round to a practical measurement and adjust by taste or texture while cooking.
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