How Much Is 1 Tablespoon of Ginger (Ground) in Grams?
1 tablespoon of ginger (ground) weighs 6.00 g. This is based on ginger (ground) having a density of 96g 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 tablespoon.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 1 tablespoon of ginger (ground)
- 1 tablespoon of ginger (ground) = 6g
- 1 × 6 = 6g
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Mental Math Shortcut
For 1 tablespoon of ginger (ground), just remember: 6g. Double it for 2 tablespoons (12g), halve it for a half tablespoon (3g).
Measuring Tip
Ginger (ground) weighs 96g per cup. For small amounts, the difference between a level and heaped measuring spoon can change the flavor noticeably.
Ginger (Ground) at Different Amounts
How ginger (ground) scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (1 tablespoon) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Ginger (Ground)
| Tablespoons | US Grams | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 6.00 g | 6.09 g | 8.12 g |
| 2 tablespoons | 12.00 g | 12.17 g | 16.23 g |
| 3 tablespoons | 18.00 g | 18.26 g | 24.35 g |
| 4 tablespoons | 24.00 g | 24.35 g | 32.46 g |
| 5 tablespoons | 30.00 g | 30.43 g | 40.58 g |
| 6 tablespoons | 36.00 g | 36.52 g | 48.69 g |
| 8 tablespoons | 48.00 g | 48.69 g | 64.92 g |
| 10 tablespoons | 60.00 g | 60.86 g | 81.15 g |
| 12 tablespoons | 72.00 g | 73.04 g | 97.38 g |
| 16 tablespoons | 96.00 g | 97.38 g | 129.84 g |
Understanding the Units
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.
What is a Gram?
Grams are the preferred unit in professional kitchens and bakeries because they allow exact recipe scaling. To double a recipe, simply double the gram values. No need to worry about how tightly an ingredient is packed into a cup.