How Much Is 2 Teaspoons of Rice (Long Grain) in Ounces?

Q: How many ounces is 2 teaspoons of rice (long grain)?

2 teaspoons of rice (long grain) converts to approximately 0.27 oz.

Converting 2 teaspoons of rice (long grain) to ounces gives 0.27 oz. One teaspoon of rice (long grain) weighs 3.85g, so 2 teaspoons is 2 × 3.85 = 7.71g (0.27 oz). This conversion is specific to rice (long grain) because each ingredient has a different density.

2 teaspoons of rice (long grain)

0.27oz

Result using all teaspoon standards info

0.27 oz (US) 0.28 oz (Metric Teaspoon) 0.33 oz (Imperial Teaspoon)

Try: 0.25 teaspoons = 0.03 oz 0.5 teaspoons = 0.07 oz 1 teaspoon = 0.14 oz 1.5 teaspoons = 0.20 oz

Compare: 2 teaspoons breadcrumbs = 0.16 oz 2 teaspoons cornmeal = 0.22 oz 2 teaspoons couscous = 0.25 oz

Convert a different ingredient

2 teaspoons of rice (long grain) is also

7.71 g (grams)

Teaspoons of Rice (Long Grain) info

Ounces

0.27

Formula and Step-by-Step

teaspoons × 3.85g/tsp ÷ 28.3495g/oz = ounces

Start with 2 teaspoons of rice (long grain)
1 teaspoon of rice (long grain) = 3.85g
2 × 3.85 = 7.71g
Convert grams to ounces: 7.71 ÷ 28.3495 = 0.27 oz

The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.

Measuring Tip

Rice expands roughly 2-3x when cooked. 1 cup of dry rice (long grain) (185g) yields approximately 3 cups cooked.

Rice (Long Grain) at Different Amounts

How rice (long grain) scales across common teaspoons measurements. Your amount (2 teaspoons) is highlighted.

Other Amounts of Rice (Long Grain)

Teaspoons	US Ounces	Metric Teaspoon	Imperial Teaspoon
0.25 teaspoons	0.03 oz	0.03 oz	0.04 oz
0.5 teaspoons	0.07 oz	0.07 oz	0.08 oz
1 teaspoon	0.14 oz	0.14 oz	0.16 oz
1.5 teaspoons	0.20 oz	0.21 oz	0.24 oz
2 teaspoons	0.27 oz	0.28 oz	0.33 oz
3 teaspoons	0.41 oz	0.41 oz	0.49 oz
4 teaspoons	0.54 oz	0.55 oz	0.65 oz
5 teaspoons	0.68 oz	0.69 oz	0.82 oz
6 teaspoons	0.82 oz	0.83 oz	0.98 oz
8 teaspoons	1.09 oz	1.10 oz	1.31 oz

Understanding the Units

What is a Teaspoon?

A teaspoon (tsp) is a US customary unit of volume equal to 4.929 milliliters or 1/3 of a tablespoon. It is the standard measure for spices, leaveners, extracts, and other small-quantity 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many ounces is 2 teaspoons of rice (long grain)? expand_more

About 0.27 oz, based on rice (long grain) having a density of 185g per cup. The exact amount depends on how the ingredient is measured and the specific product.

What is the formula for converting teaspoons of rice (long grain) to ounces? expand_more

Multiply the number of teaspoons by 3.85 (grams per teaspoon for rice (long grain)), then divide by 28.3495 to convert grams to ounces. For 2 teaspoons: 2 × 3.85 = 7.71g, then 7.71 ÷ 28.3495 = 0.27 oz.

How do I measure rice (long grain) accurately? expand_more

For the most accurate results, weigh rice (long grain) on a kitchen scale. If measuring by volume, spoon the ingredient into the measuring spoon and level it off with a straight edge rather than scooping directly.

Why do different sources give different weights for rice (long grain)? expand_more

Weight-per-cup values vary because of differences in how the ingredient is measured (spooned vs scooped), grind size, moisture content, and settling during storage. Our values use standardized measurement methods from established culinary references.