How Much Is 170 Grams of Couscous in Cups?
170 grams of couscous equals 0.98 cups. Couscous has a density of 173g per cup. Because grams measure weight and cups measure volume, the result depends on the ingredient's density.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 170 grams of couscous
- 1 cup of couscous = 173g
- 170g ÷ 173g/cup = 0.98 cups
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Couscous weigh 173g per cup when dry. Cooked weight per cup will be different.
Couscous at Different Amounts
How couscous scales across common grams measurements. Your amount (170 grams) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Couscous
| Grams | US Cups | Metric Cup | Imperial Cup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 grams | 0.03 cups | 0.03 cups | 0.02 cups |
| 10 grams | 0.06 cups | 0.05 cups | 0.05 cups |
| 25 grams | 0.14 cups | 0.14 cups | 0.12 cups |
| 50 grams | 0.29 cups | 0.27 cups | 0.24 cups |
| 75 grams | 0.43 cups | 0.41 cups | 0.36 cups |
| 100 grams | 0.58 cups | 0.55 cups | 0.48 cups |
| 150 grams | 0.87 cups | 0.82 cups | 0.72 cups |
| 170 grams | 0.98 cups | 0.93 cups | 0.82 cups |
| 200 grams | 1.16 cups | 1.09 cups | 0.96 cups |
| 250 grams | 1.45 cups | 1.37 cups | 1.20 cups |
| 500 grams | 2.89 cups | 2.74 cups | 2.41 cups |
Understanding the Units
What is a Gram?
A gram (g) is a metric unit of mass equal to 1/1000 of a kilogram. It is the standard weight measurement for precise baking worldwide. Professional bakers prefer grams because they are more accurate than volume measurements.
What is a Cup?
In US cooking, a cup measures volume, not weight. One standard US cup holds 236.588 ml of liquid. Because different ingredients have different densities, a cup of one ingredient can weigh very differently from a cup of another.