Couscous (Dry): Grams to Cups Conversion
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
| g | Cups |
|---|---|
| 50 | 0.2 |
| 100 | 0.4 |
| 150 | 0.6 |
| 200 | 0.8 |
| 250 | 1.1 |
| 300 | 1.3 |
| 350 | 1.5 |
| 400 | 1.7 |
| 450 | 1.9 |
| 500 | 2.1 |
| 600 | 2.5 |
| 700 | 3.0 |
| 800 | 3.4 |
| 900 | 3.8 |
| 1000 | 4.2 |
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.