How Much Is 1.38 Tablespoons of Black Pepper in Grams?
1.38 tablespoons of black pepper weighs 10.00 g. This is based on black pepper having a density of 116g per cup. Because tablespoons measure volume and grams measure weight, the result depends on the ingredient, and a different ingredient would give a different result for the same 1.38 tablespoons.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 1.38 tablespoons of black pepper
- 1 tablespoon of black pepper = 7.25g
- 1.38 × 7.25 = 10.00g
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Ground spices like black pepper settle and compact during storage. Stir or fluff before measuring by volume for a consistent amount.
Black Pepper at Different Amounts
How black pepper scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (1.38 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 1.38 tablespoons of black pepper (10.00g) is close in weight to a AAA battery (11.5g).
Other Amounts of Black Pepper
| Tablespoons | US Grams | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 7.25 g | 7.35 g | 9.81 g |
| 1.38 tablespoons | 10.00 g | 10.15 g | 13.53 g |
| 2 tablespoons | 14.50 g | 14.71 g | 19.61 g |
| 3 tablespoons | 21.75 g | 22.06 g | 29.42 g |
| 4 tablespoons | 29.00 g | 29.42 g | 39.22 g |
| 5 tablespoons | 36.25 g | 36.77 g | 49.03 g |
| 6 tablespoons | 43.50 g | 44.13 g | 58.84 g |
| 8 tablespoons | 58.00 g | 58.84 g | 78.45 g |
| 10 tablespoons | 72.50 g | 73.54 g | 98.06 g |
| 12 tablespoons | 87.00 g | 88.25 g | 117.67 g |
| 16 tablespoons | 116.00 g | 117.67 g | 156.89 g |
Understanding the Units
What is a Tablespoon?
A tablespoon (tbsp) is a US customary unit of volume equal to 14.787 milliliters, 3 teaspoons, or 1/16 of a cup. It is commonly used for measuring smaller amounts of ingredients.
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.