Paprika Converter
Weigh paprika 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 Paprika Converter Works?
The Paprika Converter works by dividing grams of paprika by 2.3 g per level US teaspoon. Sweet, smoked and hot paprika all share about the same weight per spoon.
Choose the style
Sweet paprika adds colour, smoked paprika (pimentón) adds smoke, and hot paprika adds heat.
Enter grams
Type the weight, such as 10 g for a goulash.
Level the spoon
Level and add to oil off the heat. Paprika burns and turns bitter above 180 °C (356 °F).
Paprika Converter Formula
The Paprika Converter formula is teaspoons = grams of paprika ÷ 2.3.
tsp = g ÷ 2.3 | 1 tbsp = 6.9 g | ½ tsp ≈ 1.15 g
- 10 g of paprika ÷ 2.3 = 4.35 tsp, about 1 ½ tbsp.
- 3 g of smoked paprika ÷ 2.3 = 1.3 tsp, about 1 ⅓ tsp.
- 2 tbsp of paprika = 13.8 g.
Paprika Converter Conversion Table
The Paprika Converter conversion table converts 11 weights of paprika into teaspoons and tablespoons at 2.3 g per US teaspoon.
| Grams (g) | Ounces (oz) | Teaspoons (tsp) | Nearest Spoon | Tablespoons (tbsp) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.5 g | 0.018 oz | 0.22 tsp | ¼ tsp | 0.07 tbsp |
| 1 g | 0.035 oz | 0.43 tsp | ½ tsp | 0.14 tbsp |
| 2 g | 0.071 oz | 0.87 tsp | ⅞ tsp | 0.29 tbsp |
| 3 g | 0.106 oz | 1.3 tsp | 1 ⅓ tsp | 0.43 tbsp |
| 4 g | 0.141 oz | 1.74 tsp | 1 ¾ tsp | 0.58 tbsp |
| 5 g | 0.176 oz | 2.17 tsp | 2 ⅛ tsp | 0.72 tbsp |
| 7.5 g | 0.265 oz | 3.26 tsp | 3 ¼ tsp | 1.09 tbsp |
| 10 g | 0.353 oz | 4.35 tsp | 4 ⅓ tsp | 1.45 tbsp |
| 15 g | 0.529 oz | 6.52 tsp | 6 ½ tsp | 2.17 tbsp |
| 20 g | 0.705 oz | 8.7 tsp | 8 ⅔ tsp | 2.9 tbsp |
| 25 g | 0.882 oz | 10.87 tsp | 10 ⅞ tsp | 3.62 tbsp |
What is Paprika Converter?
The Paprika Converter is a calculator that converts grams of paprika into teaspoons and tablespoons. Paprika is ground dried Capsicum annuum peppers, from mild and sweet to hot.
Hungarian cooking uses paprika in large amounts, often 1–2 tbsp per dish, for colour and body. Spanish pimentón de la Vera is smoked over oak. The converter handles both small sprinkles and large stew amounts.
What are the uses of Paprika Converter?
There are 4 main uses of the Paprika Converter: goulash and paprikash, deviled eggs, barbecue rubs, and paella and chorizo.
Goulash
Goulash for 6 uses 15 g of sweet paprika, about 2 tbsp + ½ tsp.
Deviled eggs
A dusting for 12 egg halves takes 0.5 g, about ¼ tsp.
Barbecue rubs
Rubs use paprika as the base at 30% of blend weight.
Paella
A paella for 4 uses 2 g of smoked paprika, about ⅞ tsp.
Paprika Converter Measuring Tips
- Made from ground dried chili peppers, weighing ~2.30g per level teaspoon.
- Bloom gently in warm oil or butter to unlock maximum pigment and sweetness.