How Much Is 18 Teaspoons of Tomato Paste in Ounces?
Converting 18 teaspoons of tomato paste to ounces gives 3.47 oz. One teaspoon of tomato paste weighs 5.46g, so 18 teaspoons is 18 × 5.46 = 98.25g (3.47 oz). This conversion is specific to tomato paste because each ingredient has a different density.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 18 teaspoons of tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon of tomato paste = 5.46g
- 18 × 5.46 = 98.25g
- Convert grams to ounces: 98.25 ÷ 28.3495 = 3.47 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 teaspoons measurements. Your amount (18 teaspoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 18 teaspoons of tomato paste (98.25g) is close in weight to a computer mouse (100g).
Other Amounts of Tomato Paste
| Teaspoons | US Ounces | Metric Teaspoon | Imperial Teaspoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 teaspoons | 0.05 oz | 0.05 oz | 0.06 oz |
| 0.5 teaspoons | 0.10 oz | 0.10 oz | 0.12 oz |
| 1 teaspoon | 0.19 oz | 0.20 oz | 0.23 oz |
| 1.5 teaspoons | 0.29 oz | 0.29 oz | 0.35 oz |
| 2 teaspoons | 0.39 oz | 0.39 oz | 0.46 oz |
| 3 teaspoons | 0.58 oz | 0.59 oz | 0.69 oz |
| 4 teaspoons | 0.77 oz | 0.78 oz | 0.92 oz |
| 5 teaspoons | 0.96 oz | 0.98 oz | 1.16 oz |
| 6 teaspoons | 1.16 oz | 1.17 oz | 1.39 oz |
| 8 teaspoons | 1.54 oz | 1.56 oz | 1.85 oz |
| 18 teaspoons | 3.47 oz | 3.52 oz | 4.16 oz |
Understanding the Units
What is a Teaspoon?
In baking, teaspoon measurements are critical for ingredients where precision changes the outcome. Too much baking soda (1 tsp = 6g) creates a metallic taste, while too little means flat results.
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.