Batch Scaling Around 16 oz (1 lb) Uncooked Long-Grain White Rice
| Batch Scale | Weight (g / oz) | US Cups & Spoons | Metric (mL) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Batch (0.5×) | 226.8g (8 oz) | 1 cup + 3 tbsp + 1 ¾ tsp | 290 mL |
| Standard (1×) | 453.6g (16 oz) | 2 ⅓ cups + 1 tbsp + 2 ¾ tsp | 580.1 mL |
| 1.5× Batch | 680.4g (24 oz) | 3 ⅔ cups | 870.1 mL |
| Double Batch (2×) | 907.2g (32 oz) | 4 ¾ cups + 2 tbsp + 1 ½ tsp | 1160.2 mL |
| Triple Batch (3×) | 1360.8g (48 oz) | 7 ⅓ cups + 1 tsp | 1740.2 mL |
Measuring 16 oz (1 lb) 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, 16 Ounces (453.6g) translates to 2.45 US cups (2 ⅓ cups + 1 tbsp + 2 ¾ tsp).
Without a kitchen scale, measure 2 ⅓ cups + 1 tbsp + 2 ¾ tsp (39.23 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 16 ounces (16 oz) of uncooked long-grain white rice? ▾
16 ounces (453.6 grams) of uncooked long-grain white rice (Dip and level, 185g per US cup) equals 2 ⅓ cups + 1 tbsp + 2 ¾ tsp (2.45 US Customary Cups, 2.32 Metric 250 mL cups, or 39.23 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.