Couscous (Dry): How Many Grams in a Cup?
Couscous isn't a raw grain; it's tiny semolina pasta. Since it cooks by absorption (steaming off heat) rather than boiling, the weight-to-water ratio must be mathematical. Weighing ensures fluffy, separate grains every time, avoiding the dreaded clumpy or crunchy texture.
Quick convert
- US cup = 236.588 mL
- 1 tbsp = 14.787 mL
- 1 tsp = 4.929 mL
Reference table
| Cups | g |
|---|---|
| 1/8 cup | 21 |
| 1/4 cup | 43 |
| 1/3 cup | 57 |
| 1/2 cup | 85 |
| 2/3 cup | 113 |
| 3/4 cup | 128 |
| 1 cup | 170 |
| 1 1/2 cups | 255 |
| 2 cups | 340 |
FAQ
- Is the ratio 1:1 by weight or volume?
- Usually volume (1 cup couscous to 1 cup water), BUT weight is safer. 1 cup couscous is ~175g, while 1 cup water is ~237g. Following a weight-based recipe avoids dry clumps.