How many grams is 1 tablespoon of couscous (dry)?

1 tablespoon of couscous (dry) weighs about 10.8 g.

Is the tablespoon-to-gram value the same for every brand?

It is close, but density varies slightly with brand, humidity and how tightly you pack it. Weigh on a scale when accuracy matters.

Tablespoons of couscous (dry) to grams

Answer

1 tablespoon of couscous (dry) = 10.8 g

Convert any amount

Amount tablespoon = – gram

Conversion table

Tablespoons	Grams
1 tablespoon	10.8 g
2 tablespoons	21.6 g
3 tablespoons	32.4 g
4 tablespoons	43.2 g
5 tablespoons	54 g
6 tablespoons	64.8 g
8 tablespoons	86.4 g
10 tablespoons	108 g

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How to measure

These figures are for dry, uncooked couscous. It roughly doubles in volume once steamed, so measure it dry.

Frequently asked questions

How many grams is 1 tablespoon of couscous (dry)?: 1 tablespoon of couscous (dry) weighs about 10.8 g.
Is the tablespoon-to-gram value the same for every brand?: It is close, but density varies slightly with brand, humidity and how tightly you pack it. Weigh on a scale when accuracy matters.

Related conversions

Values are approximate — ingredient density varies with brand, humidity and how you measure. For baking, weighing on a scale is always the most reliable method.