How Much Is 20.78 Tablespoons of Tomato Paste in Ounces?
20.78 tablespoons of tomato paste equals 12.00 oz. Tomato paste has a density of 262g per cup (16.38g per tablespoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 20.78 tablespoons of honey would be 15.58 oz.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 20.78 tablespoons of tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon of tomato paste = 16.38g
- 20.78 × 16.38 = 340.27g
- Convert grams to ounces: 340.27 ÷ 28.3495 = 12.00 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Tomato paste is commonly used as a fat or egg substitute in baking. When substituting, convert by weight for accuracy.
Tomato Paste at Different Amounts
How tomato paste scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (20.78 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 20.78 tablespoons of tomato paste (340.27g) is close in weight to a can of soda (355g).
Other Amounts of Tomato Paste
| Tablespoons | US Ounces | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 0.58 oz | 0.59 oz | 0.78 oz |
| 2 tablespoons | 1.16 oz | 1.17 oz | 1.56 oz |
| 3 tablespoons | 1.73 oz | 1.76 oz | 2.34 oz |
| 4 tablespoons | 2.31 oz | 2.34 oz | 3.12 oz |
| 5 tablespoons | 2.89 oz | 2.93 oz | 3.91 oz |
| 6 tablespoons | 3.47 oz | 3.52 oz | 4.69 oz |
| 8 tablespoons | 4.62 oz | 4.69 oz | 6.25 oz |
| 10 tablespoons | 5.78 oz | 5.86 oz | 7.81 oz |
| 12 tablespoons | 6.93 oz | 7.03 oz | 9.37 oz |
| 16 tablespoons | 9.24 oz | 9.37 oz | 12.50 oz |
| 20.78 tablespoons | 12.00 oz | 12.18 oz | 16.23 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.