Batch Scaling Around 1 Tablespoon Cooked White Rice
| Batch Scale | Weight (g / oz) | US Cups & Spoons | Metric (mL) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Batch (0.5×) | 4.9g (0.17 oz) | 1 ½ tsp | 7.4 mL |
| Standard (1×) | 9.9g (0.35 oz) | 1 tbsp | 14.8 mL |
| 1.5× Batch | 14.8g (0.52 oz) | 1 tbsp + 1 ½ tsp | 22.2 mL |
| Double Batch (2×) | 19.8g (0.7 oz) | ⅛ cup | 29.6 mL |
| Triple Batch (3×) | 29.6g (1.04 oz) | 3 tbsp | 44.4 mL |
Measuring 1 Tablespoon of Cooked White Rice in the Kitchen
Measured gently spooned at a verified bulk density of 158g per US cup, 1 tablespoon of cooked white rice weighs 9.9 grams (0.35 ounces).
Fluff cooked rice gently with a fork and spoon into the measuring cup without compressing. Pressing cooked rice squeezes out air and compacts moisture, skewing cup weight from 158 grams upward past 185 grams.
Source note: USDA FoodData Central FDC ID 168878; USA Rice Federation Guidelines
Frequently Asked Questions
How many grams is 1 tbsp of cooked white rice? ▾
1 Tablespoon of cooked white rice measured Gently spooned weighs 9.9 grams (0.35 ounces).
Why does cooked rice weigh less per cup than dry rice? ▾
Cooked grains swell to nearly triple their raw volume with water, meaning far fewer individual grains occupy the volume of a cup.
Is chilled day-old rice lighter than freshly steamed rice? ▾
Chilled rice grains firm up through starch retrogradation and separate easily, spooning slightly lighter (150–155g) than warm, moist rice.