Convert Tablespoons to Grams: Ground Cumin
Convert tablespoons of ground cumin to grams with this precise reference table. 1 tablespoon of ground cumin = 7.3g. There are 16 tablespoons in 1 US cup (117g). The table below covers 1 tbsp through 16 tbsp (1 full cup). Tablespoon measurements are especially common for ground cumin in small-batch recipes and is the standard unit in US recipe measurements for amounts under 1/4 cup.
Ground Cumin Tablespoons to Grams Table
| Tablespoons | Grams |
|---|---|
| 1 tbsp | 7.3g |
| 2 tbsp | 14.6g |
| 3 tbsp | 21.9g |
| 4 tbsp (1/4 cup) | 29.3g |
| 5 tbsp | 36.6g |
| 6 tbsp | 43.9g |
| 8 tbsp (1/2 cup) | 58.5g |
| 10 tbsp | 73.1g |
| 12 tbsp (3/4 cup) | 87.8g |
| 16 tbsp (1 cup) | 117g |
Based on USDA FoodData Central data (1 US cup = 240ml = 16 tablespoons = 48 teaspoons). Note: Ground cumin: 1 teaspoon = 2.4g. Common in Mexican, Indian, Middle Eastern cooking. Toasting whole cumin seeds before grinding intensifies flavor. Store ground cumin up to 3 years.
About Ground Cumin Density
The density of ground cumin determines how much it weighs per unit of volume. At 0.488g/ml, 1 US cup (240ml) of ground cumin weighs 117g under USDA standard conditions.
1 tablespoon = 1/16 cup = 15ml. For ground cumin, this equals 7.3g 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 ground cumin?
1 tablespoon of ground cumin weighs approximately 7.3 grams (117g per cup ÷ 16 tablespoons per cup).
How many grams is 2 tablespoons of ground cumin?
2 tablespoons of ground cumin weighs approximately 14.6 grams.
How many tablespoons is 100g of ground cumin?
100g of ground cumin equals approximately 13.7 tablespoons.
How many tablespoons are in 1 cup of ground cumin?
There are 16 tablespoons in 1 cup. So 1 cup of ground cumin (117g) = 16 tablespoons, each weighing 7.3g.