How Much Is 8 Tablespoons of Kosher Salt (Morton) in Grams?
8 tablespoons of kosher salt (morton) weighs 120.50 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 8 tablespoons.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 8 tablespoons of kosher salt (morton)
- 1 tablespoon of kosher salt (morton) = 15.06g
- 8 × 15.06 = 120.5g
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Kosher salt (morton) weighs 241g per cup. Different kosher salt brands have dramatically different densities - Morton is nearly twice as heavy per volume as Diamond Crystal.
Kosher Salt (Morton) at Different Amounts
How kosher salt (morton) scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (8 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 8 tablespoons of kosher salt (morton) (120.5g) is close in weight to a bar of soap (113g).
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 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?
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.