Basmati rice (uncooked), Cups to Grams & Grams to Cups
1 cup of basmati rice (uncooked) = 185 grams · 100g = 0.54 cups
Basmati is a long, slender aromatic rice prized for cooking up fluffy and separate, weighing about 185 grams per cup uncooked. Its fragrance and elongating grains make it the rice of choice for biryani and pilaf. Rinsing and a short soak give the longest, most separate grains.
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Basmati rice (uncooked) cups to grams table
| Cups | Grams | Ounces | Tablespoons |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1/8 | 23.1 g | 0.82 oz | 2 |
| 1/4 | 46.2 g | 1.63 oz | 4 |
| 1/3 | 61.6 g | 2.17 oz | 5.33 |
| 1/2 | 92.5 g | 3.26 oz | 8 |
| 2/3 | 123 g | 4.35 oz | 10.7 |
| 3/4 | 139 g | 4.89 oz | 12 |
| 1 | 185 g | 6.53 oz | 16 |
| 1 1/2 | 278 g | 9.79 oz | 24 |
| 2 | 370 g | 13.1 oz | 32 |
| 3 | 555 g | 19.6 oz | 48 |
Basmati rice (uncooked) grams to cups table
Working the other way? Here's how many cups common gram weights of basmati rice (uncooked) come to, handy when a recipe lists basmati rice (uncooked) in grams but you only have cup measures.
| Grams | Cups | Ounces | Tablespoons |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 g | 0.14 | 0.88 oz | 2.16 |
| 50 g | 0.27 | 1.76 oz | 4.32 |
| 75 g | 0.41 | 2.65 oz | 6.49 |
| 100 g | 0.54 | 3.53 oz | 8.65 |
| 125 g | 0.68 | 4.41 oz | 10.8 |
| 150 g | 0.81 | 5.29 oz | 13 |
| 175 g | 0.95 | 6.17 oz | 15.1 |
| 200 g | 1.08 | 7.05 oz | 17.3 |
| 225 g | 1.22 | 7.94 oz | 19.5 |
| 250 g | 1.35 | 8.82 oz | 21.6 |
| 300 g | 1.62 | 10.6 oz | 25.9 |
| 350 g | 1.89 | 12.3 oz | 30.3 |
| 400 g | 2.16 | 14.1 oz | 34.6 |
| 500 g | 2.7 | 17.6 oz | 43.2 |
Basmati rice (uncooked): US, metric & UK cups compared
A “cup” isn’t the same size everywhere, so 1 cup of basmati rice (uncooked) weighs a different number of grams depending on which cup your recipe uses. The US cup is 236.6 ml, while Australia, New Zealand, Canada and modern UK recipes use a 250 ml metric cup. Here’s 1 cup of basmati rice (uncooked) in each:
| Cup standard | Size | 1 cup basmati rice (uncooked) | Used in |
|---|---|---|---|
| US cup | 237 ml | 185 g | United States (most US recipe sites) |
| Metric cup | 250 ml | 195 g | Australia, NZ, Canada & modern UK |
| UK imperial cup | 284 ml | 222 g | Older British recipes |
| Japanese cup | 200 ml | 156 g | Japan |
Unless a recipe says otherwise, US recipes mean the US cup and Australian/UK recipes mean the 250 ml metric cup. The tables higher up this page use the US cup.
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Quick reference: Basmati rice (uncooked) in grams
- ⅛ cup basmati rice (uncooked) = 23.1g
- ¼ cup basmati rice (uncooked) = 46.2g
- ⅓ cup basmati rice (uncooked) = 61.6g
- ½ cup basmati rice (uncooked) = 92.5g
- ⅔ cup basmati rice (uncooked) = 123g
- ¾ cup basmati rice (uncooked) = 139g
- 1 cup basmati rice (uncooked) = 185g
- 2 cups basmati rice (uncooked) = 370g
How many cups is 100g, 200g or 300g of basmati rice (uncooked)?
Because one cup of basmati rice (uncooked) weighs about 185 grams, you can convert any weight to cups by dividing by 185. So 100g of basmati rice (uncooked) is about 0.54 cups, 200g is about 1.08 cups, 250g is about 1.35 cups, and 300g is about 1.62 cups. For any other amount, type the grams straight into the converter above and switch it to show cups.
How to measure basmati rice (uncooked) accurately
For the most reliable baking results, weigh basmati rice (uncooked) on a kitchen scale rather than scooping by volume. One US cup of basmati rice (uncooked) weighs about 185 grams (6.53 oz), but the exact figure changes with how tightly it's packed and the brand. Scooping straight from the bag compacts basmati rice (uncooked) and can leave you 15 to 20% over, so spoon it into the cup and level it off for the closest match to the figures above. Use the tables for quick reference, or the converter for any custom amount in cups, grams, ounces or tablespoons.
Tip: Soak basmati for 20–30 minutes before cooking; the grains absorb water gently and stretch longer without breaking.
Basmati rice (uncooked) conversions: common questions
How many grams are in a cup of basmati rice (uncooked)?
One US cup of basmati rice (uncooked) weighs approximately 185 grams (6.53 oz).
How many grams in half a cup of basmati rice (uncooked)?
Half a cup (½ cup) of basmati rice (uncooked) weighs approximately 92.5 grams.
How many grams in a quarter cup of basmati rice (uncooked)?
A quarter cup (¼ cup) of basmati rice (uncooked) weighs approximately 46.2 grams.
How do I convert basmati rice (uncooked) from cups to grams?
Multiply the number of cups by 185. For example, 2 cups of basmati rice (uncooked) = 370 grams, and ¾ cup = 139 grams.
How many cups is 100g of basmati rice (uncooked)?
100 grams of basmati rice (uncooked) is about 0.54 cups. 200g is about 1.08 cups and 300g is about 1.62 cups, since 1 cup weighs 185 grams.
How many grams in a metric (Australian) cup of basmati rice (uncooked)?
One 250 ml metric cup of basmati rice (uncooked), used in Australia, New Zealand, Canada and modern UK recipes, weighs about 195 grams, compared with 185 grams for a 236.6 ml US cup.