Peanut oil – cups to grams

Peanut oil is the king of deep-frying due to its high smoke point and neutral taste. When frying, the oil-to-food ratio is key to temperature control; weighing your oil ensures you have the critical mass needed for crispy, non-greasy results.

Quick convert

  • US cup = 236.588 mL
  • 1 tbsp = 14.787 mL
  • 1 tsp = 4.929 mL

Reference table

Cups g
54
108
161
215
323
431

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FAQ

Does peanut oil taste like peanuts?
Refined peanut oil (common for frying) is neutral and does not taste like nuts. However, roasted or cold-pressed peanut oil retains a strong peanut flavor and is used for finishing, not frying.

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