How Much Is 1 Tablespoon of Lard in Ounces?
Converting 1 tablespoon of lard to ounces gives 0.45 oz. One tablespoon of lard weighs 12.81g (0.45 oz). This conversion is specific to lard because each ingredient has a different density.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 1 tablespoon of lard
- 1 tablespoon of lard = 12.81g
- 1 × 12.81 = 12.81g
- Convert grams to ounces: 12.81 ÷ 28.3495 = 0.45 oz
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 (1 tablespoon) is highlighted.
For reference, 1 tablespoon of lard (12.81g) is close in weight to a tablespoon of sugar (12.5g).
Other Amounts of Lard
| Tablespoons | US Ounces | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 0.45 oz | 0.46 oz | 0.61 oz |
| 2 tablespoons | 0.90 oz | 0.92 oz | 1.22 oz |
| 3 tablespoons | 1.36 oz | 1.38 oz | 1.83 oz |
| 4 tablespoons | 1.81 oz | 1.83 oz | 2.45 oz |
| 5 tablespoons | 2.26 oz | 2.29 oz | 3.06 oz |
| 6 tablespoons | 2.71 oz | 2.75 oz | 3.67 oz |
| 8 tablespoons | 3.62 oz | 3.67 oz | 4.89 oz |
| 10 tablespoons | 4.52 oz | 4.58 oz | 6.11 oz |
| 12 tablespoons | 5.42 oz | 5.50 oz | 7.34 oz |
| 16 tablespoons | 7.23 oz | 7.34 oz | 9.78 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?
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.