Tips & Hints: How much seafood and fish to buy per person
Deciding how much seafood to buy depends upon how you intend to prepare it and the desired size of individual servings. The quantities listed below are good portions for an adult entree. Smaller quantities should be used for appetizers and casseroles where other ingredients are included.
Seafood Type: Whole Fish
Serving per Person: 1/2 lb. - 1 lb.
Seafood Type: Fillets
Serving per Person: 5 - 7 ozs.
Seafood Type: Steaks
Serving per Person: 6 - 8 ozs.
Seafood Type: Oysters, Clams
Serving per Person: 1/2 dozen
Seafood Type: Scallops
Serving per Person: 6 - 8 ozs.
Source: Virginia Seafood