How Much Is 1.88 Tablespoons of Kosher Salt (Morton) in Ounces?
Converting 1.88 tablespoons of kosher salt (morton) to ounces gives 1.00 oz. One tablespoon of kosher salt (morton) weighs 15.06g, so 1.88 tablespoons is 1.88 × 15.06 = 28.32g (1.00 oz). This conversion is specific to kosher salt (morton) because each ingredient has a different density.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 1.88 tablespoons of kosher salt (morton)
- 1 tablespoon of kosher salt (morton) = 15.06g
- 1.88 × 15.06 = 28.32g
- Convert grams to ounces: 28.32 ÷ 28.3495 = 1.00 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
If substituting one salt type for another, convert by weight (grams) rather than volume to keep the salinity correct.
Kosher Salt (Morton) at Different Amounts
How kosher salt (morton) scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (1.88 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 1.88 tablespoons of kosher salt (morton) (28.32g) is close in weight to a slice of cheese (28g).
Other Amounts of Kosher Salt (Morton)
| Tablespoons | US Ounces | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 0.53 oz | 0.54 oz | 0.72 oz |
| 1.88 tablespoons | 1.00 oz | 1.01 oz | 1.35 oz |
| 2 tablespoons | 1.06 oz | 1.08 oz | 1.44 oz |
| 3 tablespoons | 1.59 oz | 1.62 oz | 2.16 oz |
| 4 tablespoons | 2.13 oz | 2.16 oz | 2.87 oz |
| 5 tablespoons | 2.66 oz | 2.69 oz | 3.59 oz |
| 6 tablespoons | 3.19 oz | 3.23 oz | 4.31 oz |
| 8 tablespoons | 4.25 oz | 4.31 oz | 5.75 oz |
| 10 tablespoons | 5.31 oz | 5.39 oz | 7.19 oz |
| 12 tablespoons | 6.38 oz | 6.47 oz | 8.62 oz |
| 16 tablespoons | 8.50 oz | 8.62 oz | 11.50 oz |
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 an Ounce?
An ounce (oz) is a US customary unit of weight equal to 28.3495 grams or 1/16 of a pound. In cooking, "ounces" refers to weight (avoirdupois ounces), not fluid ounces which measure volume.