How Much Is 2 Teaspoons of Tomato Paste in Grams?
2 teaspoons of tomato paste equals 10.92 g. Tomato paste has a density of 262g per cup (5.46g per teaspoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 2 teaspoons of honey would be 14.17 g.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 2 teaspoons of tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon of tomato paste = 5.46g
- 2 × 5.46 = 10.92g
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Mental Math Shortcut
Quick check: 2 teaspoons is just double the single-teaspoon weight. 1 teaspoon = 5.46g, so 2 = 10.92g.
Measuring Tip
Ripeness affects density. Riper fruit mashes more smoothly and packs more densely per cup than firmer fruit. Weigh for the most consistent results.
Tomato Paste at Different Amounts
How tomato paste scales across common teaspoons measurements. Your amount (2 teaspoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 2 teaspoons of tomato paste (10.92g) is close in weight to a AAA battery (11.5g).
Other Amounts of Tomato Paste
| Teaspoons | US Grams | Metric Teaspoon | Imperial Teaspoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 teaspoons | 1.36 g | 1.38 g | 1.64 g |
| 0.5 teaspoons | 2.73 g | 2.77 g | 3.28 g |
| 1 teaspoon | 5.46 g | 5.54 g | 6.55 g |
| 1.5 teaspoons | 8.19 g | 8.31 g | 9.83 g |
| 2 teaspoons | 10.92 g | 11.07 g | 13.11 g |
| 3 teaspoons | 16.38 g | 16.61 g | 19.66 g |
| 4 teaspoons | 21.83 g | 22.15 g | 26.22 g |
| 5 teaspoons | 27.29 g | 27.68 g | 32.77 g |
| 6 teaspoons | 32.75 g | 33.22 g | 39.33 g |
| 8 teaspoons | 43.67 g | 44.30 g | 52.44 g |
Understanding the Units
What is a Teaspoon?
A US teaspoon is 4.929 ml, a metric teaspoon is exactly 5 ml, and an imperial teaspoon is 5.919 ml. The metric and US versions are nearly identical (1.4% difference), but the imperial teaspoon is 20% larger. For most spices the difference is negligible, but for leaveners like baking powder it can affect the result.
What is a Gram?
Grams are the preferred unit in professional kitchens and bakeries because they allow exact recipe scaling. To double a recipe, simply double the gram values. No need to worry about how tightly an ingredient is packed into a cup.