What is the price for 5kg chicken drumsticks in South Africa? When it comes to buying chicken drumsticks, South Africans have questions. How many drumsticks come in different sized bags? And how much does a 5kg bag – about 11 pounds – cost at different stores? I did some investigating on drumstick quantities and prices to help you figure it all out.
Counting Up Chicken Pieces
If you buy a bigger bag or box of drumsticks, how can you tell how many are inside? Here’s a guide to the average number of drumsticks different weight bags contain:
- 10kg (22 lbs): 50-60 drumsticks
- 3kg (6.6 lbs): 15-21 drumsticks
- 2 kg (4.4 lbs): 10-14 drumsticks
- 1 kg (2.2 lbs): 5-7 drumsticks
- 500g (1.1 lbs): Usually contains chicken legs, about 3-4 legs
So in a 5kg or 11 pound bag, you’ll typically find 25 to 35 juicy drumsticks to nibble on.
Price Hunting for Poultry
Next up: what’s the damage to your wallet? As of January 31, 2024, here is what stores are charging for those popular 5kg bags of chicken love:
- Shoprite: $13 USD
- Makro: $15 USD
- Spar: $19 USD
- Boxer: $17 USD
Keep an eye out for deals in weekly flyers or discounts online. Prices change over time too based on location, fresh or frozen, brand name, and other factors.
Get Your Drumstick On
Armed with this inside scoop on South African chicken costs and quantities, you can pick the perfect drumstick package for your next braai barbecue or family dinner.
A few final tips:
- Consider how many hungry eaters you are feeding.
- Think about the recipes and portions needed.
- Check if you have enough freezer space for bigger bags.
- Ask butcher shops about bulk deals too.
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- Pedros Full Chicken Price
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