Onion Powder Converter
Weigh onion powder by the spoon.
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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 Onion Powder Converter Works?
The Onion Powder Converter works by dividing grams of onion powder by 2.6 g per level US teaspoon. Onion powder is lighter than garlic powder and absorbs moisture fast.
Keep it dry
Measure with a dry spoon. Steam from a pot hardens onion powder in the jar.
Enter grams
Type the weight, such as 5 g for a soup.
Level the spoon
Level and add. 1 tbsp of onion powder replaces about 1 medium onion.
Onion Powder Converter Formula
The Onion Powder Converter formula is teaspoons = grams of onion powder ÷ 2.6.
tsp = g ÷ 2.6 | 1 tbsp = 7.8 g | 1 tbsp ≈ 1 medium onion
- 5 g of onion powder ÷ 2.6 = 1.92 tsp, about 2 tsp.
- 1 tbsp of onion powder = 7.8 g.
- ½ medium onion = ½ tbsp = 1 ½ tsp (3.9 g) of onion powder.
Onion Powder Converter Conversion Table
The Onion Powder Converter conversion table converts 11 small weights of onion powder into teaspoons and fractions at 2.6 g per US teaspoon.
| Grams (g) | Ounces (oz) | Teaspoons (tsp) | Nearest Spoon | Tablespoons (tbsp) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.5 g | 0.018 oz | 0.19 tsp | ¼ tsp | 0.06 tbsp |
| 1 g | 0.035 oz | 0.38 tsp | ⅓ tsp | 0.13 tbsp |
| 2 g | 0.071 oz | 0.77 tsp | ¾ tsp | 0.26 tbsp |
| 3 g | 0.106 oz | 1.15 tsp | 1 ⅛ tsp | 0.38 tbsp |
| 4 g | 0.141 oz | 1.54 tsp | 1 ½ tsp | 0.51 tbsp |
| 5 g | 0.176 oz | 1.92 tsp | 1 ⅞ tsp | 0.64 tbsp |
| 6 g | 0.212 oz | 2.31 tsp | 2 ⅓ tsp | 0.77 tbsp |
| 7.8 g | 0.275 oz | 3 tsp | 3 tsp | 1 tbsp |
| 10 g | 0.353 oz | 3.85 tsp | 3 ⅞ tsp | 1.28 tbsp |
| 15 g | 0.529 oz | 5.77 tsp | 5 ¾ tsp | 1.92 tbsp |
| 20 g | 0.705 oz | 7.69 tsp | 7 ⅔ tsp | 2.56 tbsp |
What is Onion Powder Converter?
The Onion Powder Converter is a calculator that converts grams of onion powder into teaspoons. Onion powder is dehydrated onion ground into a fine, sweet-savoury powder.
Onion powder adds onion flavour without moisture or texture, which suits dips, dry rubs and smooth sauces. Drying concentrates the flavour about 8 to 10 times by weight against fresh onion.
What are the uses of Onion Powder Converter?
There are 4 main uses of the Onion Powder Converter: dips and dressings, meat rubs, soups and gravies, and swapping for fresh onion.
Dips
French onion dip for 4 uses 5 g of onion powder, about 2 tsp.
Meat rubs
Burger seasoning uses 3 g of onion powder per 500 g of beef.
Soups and gravies
A pot of gravy uses 2 g, about ¾ tsp.
Fresh onion swaps
Replacing 1 small onion takes about 2 tsp of powder.
Onion Powder Converter Measuring Tips
- Weighs ~2.60 grams per level US teaspoon.
- Disperses rich savory onion aroma smoothly through rubs, sauces, and marinades.