How Much Is 1 Ounce of Lard in Tablespoons?
1 ounce of lard equals 2.21 tbsp. That's 28.35g, and Lard has a density of 205g 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 ounce of lard
- Convert ounces to grams: 1 × 28.35 = 28.35g
- 1 cup of lard = 205g
- 28.35g ÷ 205g/cup = 0.14 cups × 16 = 2.21 tablespoons
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Lard and butter have similar densities per cup (lard is 205g vs butter at 227g), but they are not interchangeable by weight in recipes because the flavor and moisture content differ.
Lard at Different Amounts
How lard scales across common ounces measurements. Your amount (1 ounce) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Lard
| Ounces | US Tablespoons | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 ounce | 2.21 tbsp | 2.18 tbsp | 1.64 tbsp |
| 2 ounces | 4.43 tbsp | 4.36 tbsp | 3.27 tbsp |
| 3 ounces | 6.64 tbsp | 6.54 tbsp | 4.91 tbsp |
| 4 ounces | 8.85 tbsp | 8.72 tbsp | 6.54 tbsp |
| 5 ounces | 11.06 tbsp | 10.91 tbsp | 8.18 tbsp |
| 6 ounces | 13.28 tbsp | 13.09 tbsp | 9.82 tbsp |
| 8 ounces | 17.70 tbsp | 17.45 tbsp | 13.09 tbsp |
| 10 ounces | 22.13 tbsp | 21.81 tbsp | 16.36 tbsp |
| 12 ounces | 26.55 tbsp | 26.17 tbsp | 19.63 tbsp |
| 16 ounces | 35.40 tbsp | 34.90 tbsp | 26.17 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?
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.