How Much Is 31.5 Tablespoons of Black Pepper in Ounces?
31.5 tablespoons of black pepper equals 8.06 oz. Black pepper has a density of 116g per cup (7.25g per tablespoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 31.5 tablespoons of honey would be 23.61 oz.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 31.5 tablespoons of black pepper
- 1 tablespoon of black pepper = 7.25g
- 31.5 × 7.25 = 228.38g
- Convert grams to ounces: 228.38 ÷ 28.3495 = 8.06 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Ground spices like black pepper settle and compact during storage. Stir or fluff before measuring by volume for a consistent amount.
Black Pepper at Different Amounts
How black pepper scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (31.5 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 31.5 tablespoons of black pepper (228.38g) is close in weight to a large apple (220g).
Other Amounts of Black Pepper
| Tablespoons | US Ounces | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 0.26 oz | 0.26 oz | 0.35 oz |
| 2 tablespoons | 0.51 oz | 0.52 oz | 0.69 oz |
| 3 tablespoons | 0.77 oz | 0.78 oz | 1.04 oz |
| 4 tablespoons | 1.02 oz | 1.04 oz | 1.38 oz |
| 5 tablespoons | 1.28 oz | 1.30 oz | 1.73 oz |
| 6 tablespoons | 1.53 oz | 1.56 oz | 2.08 oz |
| 8 tablespoons | 2.05 oz | 2.08 oz | 2.77 oz |
| 10 tablespoons | 2.56 oz | 2.59 oz | 3.46 oz |
| 12 tablespoons | 3.07 oz | 3.11 oz | 4.15 oz |
| 16 tablespoons | 4.09 oz | 4.15 oz | 5.53 oz |
| 31.5 tablespoons | 8.06 oz | 8.17 oz | 10.90 oz |
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 an Ounce?
Ounces are commonly used in US recipes for cheese, meat, chocolate, and other ingredients sold by weight. Many kitchen scales offer both gram and ounce readings.