Convert Tablespoons to Grams: Basmati Rice (dry)
Convert tablespoons of basmati rice (dry) to grams with this precise reference table. 1 tablespoon of basmati rice (dry) = 11.6g. There are 16 tablespoons in 1 US cup (185g). The table below covers 1 tbsp through 16 tbsp (1 full cup). Tablespoon measurements are especially common for basmati rice (dry) in small-batch recipes and is the standard unit in US recipe measurements for amounts under 1/4 cup.
Basmati Rice (dry) Tablespoons to Grams Table
| Tablespoons | Grams |
|---|---|
| 1 tbsp | 11.6g |
| 2 tbsp | 23.1g |
| 3 tbsp | 34.7g |
| 4 tbsp (1/4 cup) | 46.3g |
| 5 tbsp | 57.8g |
| 6 tbsp | 69.4g |
| 8 tbsp (1/2 cup) | 92.5g |
| 10 tbsp | 115.6g |
| 12 tbsp (3/4 cup) | 138.8g |
| 16 tbsp (1 cup) | 185g |
Based on USDA FoodData Central data (1 US cup = 240ml = 16 tablespoons = 48 teaspoons). Note: Dry basmati/long-grain rice: 1 cup = 185g. Short-grain sushi rice is similar. Arborio rice (risotto): ~195g/cup (denser). Jasmine rice: ~185g/cup. Cooked rice weighs about 3x the dry weight after absorbing water.
About Basmati Rice (dry) Density
The density of basmati rice (dry) determines how much it weighs per unit of volume. At 0.771g/ml, 1 US cup (240ml) of basmati rice (dry) weighs 185g under USDA standard conditions.
1 tablespoon = 1/16 cup = 15ml. For basmati rice (dry), this equals 11.6g per tablespoon. Tablespoon measurements are useful for amounts between 1 teaspoon and 1/4 cup. For very precise recipes, weigh tablespoon amounts on a scale to avoid density variation errors.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many grams is 1 tablespoon of basmati rice (dry)?
1 tablespoon of basmati rice (dry) weighs approximately 11.6 grams (185g per cup ÷ 16 tablespoons per cup).
How many grams is 2 tablespoons of basmati rice (dry)?
2 tablespoons of basmati rice (dry) weighs approximately 23.2 grams.
How many tablespoons is 100g of basmati rice (dry)?
100g of basmati rice (dry) equals approximately 8.6 tablespoons.
How many tablespoons are in 1 cup of basmati rice (dry)?
There are 16 tablespoons in 1 cup. So 1 cup of basmati rice (dry) (185g) = 16 tablespoons, each weighing 11.6g.