How Much Is 1.37 Ounces of Garlic Powder in Tablespoons?
1.37 ounces of garlic powder equals 4.01 tbsp. That's 38.84g, and Garlic powder has a density of 155g per cup. Because ounces measure weight and tablespoons measure volume, the result depends on the ingredient's density.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 1.37 ounces of garlic powder
- Convert ounces to grams: 1.37 × 28.35 = 38.84g
- 1 cup of garlic powder = 155g
- 38.84g ÷ 155g/cup = 0.25 cups × 16 = 4.01 tablespoons
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Garlic powder weighs 155g per cup. For small amounts, the difference between a level and heaped measuring spoon can change the flavor noticeably.
Garlic Powder at Different Amounts
How garlic powder scales across common ounces measurements. Your amount (1.37 ounces) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Garlic Powder
| Ounces | US Tablespoons | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 ounce | 2.93 tbsp | 2.88 tbsp | 2.16 tbsp |
| 1.37 ounces | 4.01 tbsp | 3.95 tbsp | 2.96 tbsp |
| 2 ounces | 5.85 tbsp | 5.77 tbsp | 4.33 tbsp |
| 3 ounces | 8.78 tbsp | 8.65 tbsp | 6.49 tbsp |
| 4 ounces | 11.71 tbsp | 11.54 tbsp | 8.65 tbsp |
| 5 ounces | 14.63 tbsp | 14.42 tbsp | 10.82 tbsp |
| 6 ounces | 17.56 tbsp | 17.31 tbsp | 12.98 tbsp |
| 8 ounces | 23.41 tbsp | 23.08 tbsp | 17.31 tbsp |
| 10 ounces | 29.26 tbsp | 28.85 tbsp | 21.64 tbsp |
| 12 ounces | 35.12 tbsp | 34.62 tbsp | 25.96 tbsp |
| 16 ounces | 46.82 tbsp | 46.16 tbsp | 34.62 tbsp |
Understanding the Units
What is an Ounce?
An ounce (oz) is a US customary unit of weight equal to 28.3495 grams or 1/16 of a pound. In cooking, "ounces" refers to weight (avoirdupois ounces), not fluid ounces which measure volume.
What is a Tablespoon?
A tablespoon is roughly the volume of a large soup spoon. In precise terms, 1 US tablespoon equals 14.787 ml, which is very close to the 15 ml metric standard used in most of the world. Three teaspoons make one tablespoon.