How Much Is 8.66 Tablespoons of Tomato Paste in Ounces?
8.66 tablespoons of tomato paste equals 5.00 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, 8.66 tablespoons of honey would be 6.49 oz.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 8.66 tablespoons of tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon of tomato paste = 16.38g
- 8.66 × 16.38 = 141.81g
- Convert grams to ounces: 141.81 ÷ 28.3495 = 5.00 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 (8.66 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 8.66 tablespoons of tomato paste (141.81g) is close in weight to a baseball (145g).
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 |
| 8.66 tablespoons | 5.00 oz | 5.07 oz | 6.77 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 |
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?
Weight ounces and fluid ounces are different measurements. A fluid ounce measures volume (29.574 ml), while an ounce measures weight (28.35g). They only align for water, where 1 fl oz weighs approximately 1 oz.