Couscous (Dry): Cups to Grams
1 cup of couscous (dry) weighs about 175 grams. Convert any amount instantly below.
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Couscous (Dry) conversion chart
| Cups | Grams | Ounces | Tablespoons |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1/8 cup | 21.9 g | 0.8 oz | 2 tbsp |
| 1/4 cup | 43.8 g | 1.5 oz | 4 tbsp |
| 1/3 cup | 58.3 g | 2.1 oz | 5.3 tbsp |
| 1/2 cup | 87.5 g | 3.1 oz | 8 tbsp |
| 2/3 cup | 116.7 g | 4.1 oz | 10.7 tbsp |
| 3/4 cup | 131.3 g | 4.6 oz | 12 tbsp |
| 1 cup | 175 g | 6.2 oz | 16 tbsp |
| 1 1/2 cup | 262.5 g | 9.3 oz | 24 tbsp |
| 2 cup | 350 g | 12.3 oz | 32 tbsp |
Based on 175 g per US cup. Weights vary with brand and measuring method — for precise baking, use a scale.
Measuring couscous (dry) accurately
Fill the cup with dry couscous and level it off, since the fine granules pour and settle uniformly. It measures cleanly by volume, but because it doubles when hydrated, weighing 175g per cup helps you nail the couscous-to-liquid ratio every time.
Frequently asked questions
How many grams is 1 cup of couscous (dry)?
1 US cup of couscous (dry) weighs about 175 grams.
How many grams is 1 tablespoon of couscous (dry)?
1 tablespoon of couscous (dry) is about 10.9 grams (a cup is 16 tablespoons).
How many cups is 100 grams of couscous (dry)?
100 grams of couscous (dry) is about 0.6 cups.