Baking with a digital kitchen scale in grams is vastly more precise than measuring volume with cups. A cup of flour can weigh anywhere between 120g and 160g depending on whether it was scooped, sifted, or packed!
Essential Culinary Metric Conversions
| Imperial Unit | Metric Equivalent | Culinary Rule of Thumb |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (liquids) | 240 ml | Water, milk, oils, broths |
| 1 tablespoon (tbsp) | 15 ml | 3 teaspoons = 1 tablespoon |
| 1 teaspoon (tsp) | 5 ml | Standard liquid measure |
| 1 ounce (oz) weight | 28.35 g | Round to ~28g or 30g |
| 1 pound (lb) | 453.6 g (0.45 kg) | Approximately half a kilo |
Oven Temperature Quick Reference
- 300°F = 150°C
- 350°F = 175°C (Standard bake)
- 400°F = 200°C (Roasting)
- 450°F = 230°C (Pizza/Bread)
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