16 oz Raw Salmon Fillet = 12.8 oz (362.9g) Cooked
1 pound (16 oz / 454 grams) of raw salmon fillet yields 12.8 ounces (362.9 grams) cooked, retaining 80% of its uncooked weight (20% moisture and fat loss during cooking) for roughly 2.9 standard cooked portions.
Sear skin-down in oil or roast at 400°F for 10–14 minutes until medium tender (125°F–130°F internal temp); yields ~80% of raw starting weight.
Method note: Sear skin-down in oil or roast at 400°F for 10–14 minutes until medium tender (125°F–130°F internal temp); yields ~80% of raw starting weight.
Raw Salmon Fillet Batch Yield Reference Chart
| Raw Weight (oz / lb) | Uncooked Grams | Cooked Volume | Cooked Weight | Est. Servings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 oz (0.50 lb) | 226.8 g | 1 cup + 2 tbsp + 2 ¼ tsp | 181.4 g (6.4 oz) | ~1.5 |
| 12 oz (0.75 lb) | 340.2 g | 1 ¾ cups | 272.2 g (9.6 oz) | ~2.2 |
| 16 oz (1.00 lb) | 453.6 g | 2 ⅓ cups | 362.9 g (12.8 oz) | ~2.9 |
| 24 oz (1.50 lb) | 680.4 g | 3 ½ cups | 544.3 g (19.2 oz) | ~4.4 |
| 32 oz (2.00 lb) | 907.2 g | 4 ⅔ cups | 725.7 g (25.6 oz) | ~5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much cooked salmon does 1 pound of raw fillet yield? ▾
1 lb (16 oz / 454g) of raw salmon yields approximately 12.8 oz (~363g) of cooked flaked fish, retaining roughly 80% of starting raw weight.
Does wild salmon shrink more than farmed salmon? ▾
Wild salmon is leaner and loses slightly less fat weight than farmed salmon, but can dry out faster if cooked past 130°F (54°C).