Couscous — Cups to Grams
1 cup dry couscous = 173 grams (uncooked)
1 cup Couscous (dry) = 173 grams
16 tablespoons48.1 teaspoons
Quick Conversion Table — Couscous (dry)
| Cups | Grams | Tablespoons | Teaspoons |
|---|---|---|---|
| ¼ | 43.3 g | 4.01 tbsp | 12 tsp |
| ⅓ | 57.7 g | 5.34 tbsp | 16 tsp |
| ½ | 86.5 g | 8.01 tbsp | 24 tsp |
| ⅔ | 115.3 g | 10.7 tbsp | 32 tsp |
| ¾ | 129.8 g | 12 tbsp | 36.1 tsp |
| 1 | 173 g | 16 tbsp | 48.1 tsp |
| 1½ | 259.5 g | 24 tbsp | 72.1 tsp |
| 2 | 346 g | 32 tbsp | 96.1 tsp |
| 3 | 519 g | 48.1 tbsp | 144.2 tsp |
| 4 | 692 g | 64.1 tbsp | 192.2 tsp |
How to Measure Couscous in Cups
Dry couscous is fine and granular, similar to very small pasta. Scoop into the measuring cup and level off for a consistent 173 grams per cup. It doesn't compact significantly when scooped, making it reliable to measure by volume.
Couscous is a versatile grain used in salads, side dishes, and stuffed vegetables. Accurate measurement ensures you prepare the right amount. Use the calculator above to convert cups to grams for any recipe.
Pro tip: For fluffier couscous, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil or butter to the pot before adding the boiling liquid. After steaming, fluff with a fork rather than stirring to separate the granules without making them sticky.
Couscous Conversion Table (Dry)
| Cups | Grams | Ounces |
|---|---|---|
| ¼ cup | 43 g | 1.52 oz |
| ⅓ cup | 58 g | 2.05 oz |
| ½ cup | 87 g | 3.07 oz |
| ⅔ cup | 115 g | 4.06 oz |
| ¾ cup | 130 g | 4.59 oz |
| 1 cup | 173 g | 6.10 oz |
| 1½ cups | 260 g | 9.17 oz |
| 2 cups | 346 g | 12.20 oz |
| 3 cups | 519 g | 18.31 oz |
| 4 cups | 692 g | 24.41 oz |