How Much Is 3 Tablespoons of Lard in Grams?
3 tablespoons of lard equals 38.44 g. Lard has a density of 205g per cup (12.81g per tablespoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 3 tablespoons of honey would be 63.75 g.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 3 tablespoons of lard
- 1 tablespoon of lard = 12.81g
- 3 × 12.81 = 38.44g
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Lard is solid at room temperature. Spoon it into the measuring spoon and pack gently, then level off. Softened lard is easier to measure than cold.
Lard at Different Amounts
How lard scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (3 tablespoons) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Lard
| Tablespoons | US Grams | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 12.81 g | 13.00 g | 17.33 g |
| 2 tablespoons | 25.63 g | 25.99 g | 34.66 g |
| 3 tablespoons | 38.44 g | 38.99 g | 51.99 g |
| 4 tablespoons | 51.25 g | 51.99 g | 69.32 g |
| 5 tablespoons | 64.06 g | 64.99 g | 86.65 g |
| 6 tablespoons | 76.88 g | 77.98 g | 103.98 g |
| 8 tablespoons | 102.50 g | 103.98 g | 138.64 g |
| 10 tablespoons | 128.13 g | 129.97 g | 173.29 g |
| 12 tablespoons | 153.75 g | 155.96 g | 207.95 g |
| 16 tablespoons | 205.00 g | 207.95 g | 277.27 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.