Batch Scaling Around 120g Uncooked Long-Grain White Rice
| Batch Scale | Weight (g / oz) | US Cups & Spoons | Metric (mL) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Batch (0.5×) | 60g (2.12 oz) | ⅓ cup | 76.7 mL |
| Standard (1×) | 120g (4.23 oz) | ½ cup + 2 tbsp + 1 ¼ tsp | 153.5 mL |
| 1.5× Batch | 180g (6.35 oz) | ¾ cup + 3 tbsp + 1 ¾ tsp | 230.2 mL |
| Double Batch (2×) | 240g (8.47 oz) | 1 ¼ cups + 2 ¼ tsp | 306.9 mL |
| Triple Batch (3×) | 360g (12.7 oz) | 1 ¾ cups + 3 tbsp + ½ tsp | 460.4 mL |
Measuring 120g of Uncooked Long-Grain White Rice in the Kitchen
Because 1 US Customary Cup (236.6 mL) of uncooked long-grain white rice weighs 185g when measured dip and level, 120 Grams (120g) translates to 0.65 US cups (½ cup + 2 tbsp + 1 ¼ tsp).
Without a kitchen scale, measure ½ cup + 2 tbsp + 1 ¼ tsp (10.38 tablespoons total) using dip and level technique. Scoop dry rice directly from the canister and strike flat across the rim with a straightedge. Polished, uniform long grains nestle closely together with minimal trapped airspace, delivering a consistent 185 grams per cup.
Source note: USDA FoodData Central FDC ID 169756; USA Rice Federation Standards
Frequently Asked Questions
How many cups is 120 grams of uncooked long-grain white rice? ▾
120 grams of uncooked long-grain white rice (Dip and level, 185g per US cup) equals ½ cup + 2 tbsp + 1 ¼ tsp (0.65 US Customary Cups, 0.61 Metric 250 mL cups, or 10.38 tablespoons).
Should I weigh white rice before or after rinsing? ▾
Always weigh rice dry before rinsing; surface rinse water clings to the grains and skews both your dry weight and water cooking ratio.
How much cooked rice does 185 grams of dry rice yield? ▾
A standard 185g cup of dry long-grain white rice absorbs roughly double its weight in water, yielding about 3 cups (470–500 grams) of cooked rice.