How Much Is 1.33 Tablespoons of Turmeric in Grams?
Converting 1.33 tablespoons of turmeric to grams gives 11.97 g. One tablespoon of turmeric weighs 9g, so 1.33 tablespoons is 1.33 × 9 = 11.97g. This conversion is specific to turmeric because each ingredient has a different density.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 1.33 tablespoons of turmeric
- 1 tablespoon of turmeric = 9g
- 1.33 × 9 = 11.97g
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Turmeric weighs 144g per cup. For small amounts, the difference between a level and heaped measuring spoon can change the flavor noticeably.
Turmeric at Different Amounts
How turmeric scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (1.33 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 1.33 tablespoons of turmeric (11.97g) is close in weight to a AAA battery (11.5g).
Other Amounts of Turmeric
| Tablespoons | US Grams | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 9.00 g | 9.13 g | 12.17 g |
| 1.33 tablespoons | 11.97 g | 12.14 g | 16.19 g |
| 2 tablespoons | 18.00 g | 18.26 g | 24.35 g |
| 3 tablespoons | 27.00 g | 27.39 g | 36.52 g |
| 4 tablespoons | 36.00 g | 36.52 g | 48.69 g |
| 5 tablespoons | 45.00 g | 45.65 g | 60.86 g |
| 6 tablespoons | 54.00 g | 54.78 g | 73.04 g |
| 8 tablespoons | 72.00 g | 73.04 g | 97.38 g |
| 10 tablespoons | 90.00 g | 91.30 g | 121.73 g |
| 12 tablespoons | 108.00 g | 109.56 g | 146.07 g |
| 16 tablespoons | 144.00 g | 146.07 g | 194.77 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.