How Much Is 173 Grams of Cornmeal in Tablespoons?
173 grams of cornmeal equals 18.45 tbsp. Cornmeal has a density of 150g per cup. A lighter ingredient like cocoa powder (86g/cup) would fill even more volume at the same weight, which is why ingredient-specific conversions matter.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 173 grams of cornmeal
- 1 cup of cornmeal = 150g
- 173g ÷ 150g/cup = 1.15 cups × 16 = 18.45 tablespoons
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Cornmeal weigh 150g per cup when dry. Cooked weight per cup will be different.
Cornmeal at Different Amounts
How cornmeal scales across common grams measurements. Your amount (173 grams) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Cornmeal
| Grams | US Tablespoons | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 grams | 0.53 tbsp | 0.53 tbsp | 0.39 tbsp |
| 10 grams | 1.07 tbsp | 1.05 tbsp | 0.79 tbsp |
| 25 grams | 2.67 tbsp | 2.63 tbsp | 1.97 tbsp |
| 50 grams | 5.33 tbsp | 5.26 tbsp | 3.94 tbsp |
| 75 grams | 8.00 tbsp | 7.89 tbsp | 5.91 tbsp |
| 100 grams | 10.67 tbsp | 10.52 tbsp | 7.89 tbsp |
| 150 grams | 16.00 tbsp | 15.77 tbsp | 11.83 tbsp |
| 173 grams | 18.45 tbsp | 18.19 tbsp | 13.64 tbsp |
| 200 grams | 21.33 tbsp | 21.03 tbsp | 15.77 tbsp |
| 250 grams | 26.67 tbsp | 26.29 tbsp | 19.72 tbsp |
| 500 grams | 53.33 tbsp | 52.58 tbsp | 39.43 tbsp |
Understanding the Units
What is a Gram?
Weighing ingredients in grams eliminates the variability of volume measurements. A cup of flour can weigh anywhere from 120g to 160g depending on how it was scooped, but 120g of flour is always 120g of flour.
What is a Tablespoon?
Tablespoon sizes differ by country. A US tablespoon is 14.787 ml, close to the 15 ml metric standard used in most countries. An Australian tablespoon is 20 ml, about 35% larger than US. An imperial tablespoon is 17.758 ml. If your recipe comes from Australia, the larger tablespoon size can make a real difference.