How many grams is 1 teaspoon of couscous (dry)?

1 teaspoon of couscous (dry) weighs about 3.6 g.

Is the teaspoon-to-gram value the same for every brand?

It is close, but density varies slightly with brand, humidity and how tightly you pack it. Weigh on a scale when accuracy matters.

Teaspoons of couscous (dry) to grams

Answer

1 teaspoon of couscous (dry) = 3.6 g

Convert any amount

Amount teaspoon = – gram

Conversion table

Teaspoons	Grams
1 teaspoon	3.6 g
2 teaspoons	7.2 g
3 teaspoons	10.8 g
4 teaspoons	14.4 g
5 teaspoons	18 g
6 teaspoons	21.6 g
8 teaspoons	28.8 g
10 teaspoons	36 g

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How to measure

These figures are for dry, uncooked couscous. It roughly doubles in volume once steamed, so measure it dry.

Frequently asked questions

How many grams is 1 teaspoon of couscous (dry)?: 1 teaspoon of couscous (dry) weighs about 3.6 g.
Is the teaspoon-to-gram value the same for every brand?: It is close, but density varies slightly with brand, humidity and how tightly you pack it. Weigh on a scale when accuracy matters.

Related conversions

Values are approximate — ingredient density varies with brand, humidity and how you measure. For baking, weighing on a scale is always the most reliable method.