Ground Ginger: Complete Cup to Gram Conversion
1 cup of ground ginger weighs 112g (spooned, USDA standard) or varies by measuring technique. See the full 16-interval conversion table for all amounts below.
Ground Ginger Conversion Table
1 cup ground ginger = 112g (USDA FoodData Central basis. 1 cup = 240ml)
| Amount | Grams (g) | Ounces (oz) | Milliliters (ml) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1/8 cup | 14g | 0.49 oz | 30 ml |
| 1/4 cup | 28g | 0.99 oz | 60 ml |
| 1/3 cup | 37.33g | 1.32 oz | 80 ml |
| 1/2 cup | 56g | 1.98 oz | 120 ml |
| 2/3 cup | 74.67g | 2.63 oz | 160 ml |
| 3/4 cup | 84g | 2.96 oz | 180 ml |
| 1 cup1 cup | 112g | 3.95 oz | 240 ml |
| 1 1/4 cups | 140g | 4.94 oz | 300 ml |
| 1 1/2 cups | 168g | 5.93 oz | 360 ml |
| 1 2/3 cups | 186.67g | 6.58 oz | 400 ml |
| 2 cups | 224g | 7.9 oz | 480 ml |
| 2 1/2 cups | 280g | 9.88 oz | 600 ml |
| 3 cups | 336g | 11.85 oz | 720 ml |
| 3 1/2 cups | 392g | 13.83 oz | 840 ml |
| 4 cups | 448g | 15.8 oz | 960 ml |
Source: USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy. Values shown for spooned (not packed) measurement unless specified.
Ground Ginger vs Other Ginger Types
Different types of ginger vary in weight per cup due to different densities.
| Ginger Type | 1 Cup (g) | Density (g/ml) |
|---|---|---|
| Ground Gingercurrent | 112g | 0.467 |
| Ground Cinnamon | 119g | 0.496 |
| Ground Nutmeg | 112g | 0.467 |
| Ground Cumin | 117g | 0.488 |
| Ground Paprika | 115g | 0.479 |
| Cayenne Pepper | 109g | 0.454 |
Why Does 1 Cup of Ground Ginger Vary?
The weight of 1 cup depends on how you measure. USDA standard (spooned) = 112g.
Spooned & Leveled
Spoon into measuring spoon and level off. Most spices are measured by teaspoon.
Reference weightPacked
Press spice into spoon. Can be 10-15% heavier.
~10-15% heavierAbout Ground Ginger Density
Ground ginger: 1 teaspoon = 2.3g. Fresh ginger is much more potent — 1 tablespoon fresh = 1/4 teaspoon ground as a rough substitute. Used in gingerbread, cookies, Asian cooking.
Pro tip: For consistent baking results, use a kitchen scale. Weight measurements eliminate the variability of cup measurement entirely. USDA values shown are based on the spooned & leveled method.
Ground Ginger: Grams to Cups Conversion
Convert ground ginger from grams back to cups, tablespoons, and teaspoons.
| Grams | Cups | Tablespoons | Teaspoons |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25g | 0.22 cups | 3.57 tbsp | 10.71 tsp |
| 50g | 0.45 cups | 7.14 tbsp | 21.43 tsp |
| 100g | 0.89 cups | 14.29 tbsp | 42.86 tsp |
| 150g | 1.34 cups | 21.43 tbsp | 64.29 tsp |
| 200g | 1.79 cups | 28.57 tbsp | 85.71 tsp |
| 250g | 2.23 cups | 35.71 tbsp | 107.14 tsp |
| 300g | 2.68 cups | 42.86 tbsp | 128.57 tsp |
| 400g | 3.57 cups | 57.14 tbsp | 171.43 tsp |
| 500g | 4.46 cups | 71.43 tbsp | 214.29 tsp |
Based on 1 cup ground ginger = 112g (USDA standard, spooned & leveled). 16 tablespoons = 1 cup. 48 teaspoons = 1 cup.
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