How Much Is 12 Tablespoons of Ginger (Ground) in Grams?
12 tablespoons of ginger (ground) weighs 72.00 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 12 tablespoons.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 12 tablespoons of ginger (ground)
- 1 tablespoon of ginger (ground) = 6g
- 12 × 6 = 72g
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
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 (12 tablespoons) 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?
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.
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.