Coarse Sea Salt Converter
Weigh large salt grains by the spoon.
Table Salt (Fine Iodized)
Why Grams to Teaspoon Differs by Ingredient
A teaspoon is a unit of volume (~4.93 mL), whereas a gram is a unit of mass/weight. Therefore, 1 tsp of dense table salt weighs ~5.7g, whereas 1 tsp of airy powdered flour weighs only ~2.6g.
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Quick Grams to Teaspoon Reference Charts
Common Sugar Grams to Teaspoon
| Grams | Teaspoons | Fraction |
|---|---|---|
| 2.1 g | 0.5 tsp | ½ tsp |
| 4.2 g | 1.0 tsp | 1 tsp |
| 8.3 g | 2.0 tsp | 2 tsp |
| 12.5 g | 3.0 tsp | 1 tbsp (3 tsp) |
| 25.0 g | 6.0 tsp | 2 tbsp |
Table Salt Grams to Teaspoon
| Grams | Teaspoons | Fraction |
|---|---|---|
| 1.4 g | 0.25 tsp | ¼ tsp |
| 2.8 g | 0.5 tsp | ½ tsp |
| 5.7 g | 1.0 tsp | 1 tsp |
| 11.4 g | 2.0 tsp | 2 tsp |
| 17.1 g | 3.0 tsp | 1 tbsp |
All-Purpose Flour Grams to Teaspoon
| Grams | Teaspoons | Fraction |
|---|---|---|
| 1.3 g | 0.5 tsp | ½ tsp |
| 2.6 g | 1.0 tsp | 1 tsp |
| 5.2 g | 2.0 tsp | 2 tsp |
| 7.8 g | 3.0 tsp | 1 tbsp |
| 31.2 g | 12.0 tsp | ¼ cup (4 tbsp) |
How Coarse Sea Salt Converter Works?
The Coarse Sea Salt Converter works by dividing grams of coarse sea salt by 4.8 g per level US teaspoon. Large crystals leave air gaps, so a teaspoon weighs 16% less than table salt.
Check crystal size
Coarse sea salt has crystals of 1 mm to 3 mm, often sold for grinders.
Enter grams
Type the weight, such as 20 g for a salt crust.
Level by hand
Large crystals resist a knife. Level by brushing off crystals above the rim.
Coarse Sea Salt Converter Formula
The Coarse Sea Salt Converter formula is teaspoons = grams of coarse sea salt ÷ 4.8.
tsp = g ÷ 4.8 | 1 tbsp = 14.4 g | sodium ≈ 1,890 mg per tsp
- 20 g of coarse sea salt ÷ 4.8 = 4.17 tsp, about 1 tbsp + 1 ⅛ tsp.
- 10 g of coarse sea salt ÷ 4.8 = 2.08 tsp.
- 1 tbsp of coarse sea salt = 14.4 g.
Coarse Sea Salt Converter Conversion Table
The Coarse Sea Salt Converter conversion table shows 11 coarse sea salt weights in teaspoons and tablespoons at 4.8 g per US teaspoon.
| Grams (g) | Ounces (oz) | Teaspoons (tsp) | Nearest Spoon | Tablespoons (tbsp) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 g | 0.035 oz | 0.21 tsp | ¼ tsp | 0.07 tbsp |
| 2 g | 0.071 oz | 0.42 tsp | ½ tsp | 0.14 tbsp |
| 3 g | 0.106 oz | 0.63 tsp | ⅔ tsp | 0.21 tbsp |
| 4 g | 0.141 oz | 0.83 tsp | ⅞ tsp | 0.28 tbsp |
| 5 g | 0.176 oz | 1.04 tsp | 1 tsp | 0.35 tbsp |
| 10 g | 0.353 oz | 2.08 tsp | 2 ⅛ tsp | 0.69 tbsp |
| 15 g | 0.529 oz | 3.13 tsp | 3 ⅛ tsp | 1.04 tbsp |
| 20 g | 0.705 oz | 4.17 tsp | 4 ⅛ tsp | 1.39 tbsp |
| 25 g | 0.882 oz | 5.21 tsp | 5 ¼ tsp | 1.74 tbsp |
| 50 g | 1.764 oz | 10.42 tsp | 10 ½ tsp | 3.47 tbsp |
| 100 g | 3.527 oz | 20.83 tsp | 20 ⅞ tsp | 6.94 tbsp |
What is Coarse Sea Salt Converter?
The Coarse Sea Salt Converter is a calculator that converts grams of coarse sea salt into teaspoons. Coarse sea salt suits salt grinders, brines, salt crusts and roasting beds.
Coarse crystals dissolve slowly and stay crunchy on the surface of food. One teaspoon of coarse sea salt carries about 1,890 mg of sodium, against 2,240 mg for table salt, so swapping by spoon gives a milder result.
What are the uses of Coarse Sea Salt Converter?
There are 4 main uses of the Coarse Sea Salt Converter: refilling grinders, brines, salt-crusted fish, and pretzels and focaccia.
Grinder refills
A pepper-style salt mill holds about 100 g, close to 20.8 tsp.
Brines
A 6% brine for 500 mL (2.1 cups) of water uses 30 g, or 6 ¼ tsp.
Salt-crusted fish
Salt crusts use 1 kg of coarse salt mixed with egg white for a whole fish.
Pretzels and focaccia
Topping a tray of focaccia takes 5 g of coarse salt, about 1 tsp.
Coarse Sea Salt Converter Measuring Tips
- Irregular coarse crystals leave larger air gaps in the measuring spoon bowl.
- Ideal for salt crusts, boiling pasta water, and meat dry-brines.