How Much Is 12 Tablespoons of Kosher Salt (Morton) in Grams?
12 tablespoons of kosher salt (morton) weighs 180.75 g. This is based on kosher salt (morton) having a density of 241g 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 kosher salt (morton)
- 1 tablespoon of kosher salt (morton) = 15.06g
- 12 × 15.06 = 180.75g
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Always check which salt brand your recipe specifies. Substituting one for another by volume can double or halve the salt content.
Kosher Salt (Morton) at Different Amounts
How kosher salt (morton) scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (12 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 12 tablespoons of kosher salt (morton) (180.75g) is close in weight to a smartphone (175g).
Other Amounts of Kosher Salt (Morton)
| Tablespoons | US Grams | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 15.06 g | 15.28 g | 20.37 g |
| 2 tablespoons | 30.13 g | 30.56 g | 40.75 g |
| 3 tablespoons | 45.19 g | 45.84 g | 61.12 g |
| 4 tablespoons | 60.25 g | 61.12 g | 81.49 g |
| 5 tablespoons | 75.31 g | 76.40 g | 101.86 g |
| 6 tablespoons | 90.38 g | 91.68 g | 122.24 g |
| 8 tablespoons | 120.50 g | 122.24 g | 162.98 g |
| 10 tablespoons | 150.63 g | 152.79 g | 203.73 g |
| 12 tablespoons | 180.75 g | 183.35 g | 244.47 g |
| 16 tablespoons | 241.00 g | 244.47 g | 325.96 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?
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.