How to Accurately Measure 50g Without a Scale

Learn simple methods to measure 50g using everyday items at home. Perfect for cooks without a scale!

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Use household items to measure 50g. A tablespoon of water weighs about 14g, so use 3.5 tablespoons. Alternatively, estimate using comparisons: 50g of flour or sugar is roughly 1/3 of a cup. Use the packaging for familiar items like rice or pasta, as many provide weight information per serving. Another method is to use coins; for example, ten 1-cent coins weigh around 40g, helping you estimate with other items. Experiment and adjust based on the density of the ingredient you're measuring.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What household items can I use to measure ingredients without a scale? You can use tablespoons, cups, or familiar packaging from items like rice or pasta to estimate weights.
  2. How many tablespoons are in 50 grams? Approximately 3.5 tablespoons of water weigh about 50 grams.
  3. Can I use coins to measure weight? Yes, for example, ten 1-cent coins weigh around 40 grams, which can help you estimate other ingredients.
  4. How do I adjust measurements based on ingredient density? You can experiment with the ingredient's density; for instance, 50 grams of flour may look different than 50 grams of sugar.