1 BR cup (xícara)
190g
1 US cup
187g
1 tbsp
11.9g
1 tsp
3.96g
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1 us cup (236ml) is equal to:
Grams
187 g
BR Cup (xícara)
0,98 xíc.
US Cup
1 cup
Tablespoon
15,7 tbsp
Teaspoon
47,2 tsp
BR Shot Glass
1,24 copo am.
BR Cream Jar
0,94 copo req.
Fluid oz
7,98 fl oz
Ounces
6,59 oz
Pounds
0,41 lb
Vegetable Shortening — conversion table
All values for level/unsifted measures · 1 BR cup (xícara) = 240ml · 1 US cup = 236ml · 1 tbsp = 15ml
| Qty | BR Cup (xícara) | US Cup | Tbsp | Grams | Ounces |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ¼ | 0,25 | 0,25 | 4 | 47,5g | 1,68 oz |
| ⅓ | 0,33 | 0,34 | 5,33 | 63,3g | 2,23 oz |
| ½ | 0,5 | 0,51 | 8 | 95g | 3,35 oz |
| ¾ | 0,75 | 0,76 | 12 | 143g | 5,03 oz |
| 1 | 1 | 1,02 | 16 | 190g | 6,7 oz |
| 2 | 2 | 2,03 | 32 | 380g | 13,4 oz |
Frequently asked questions
How many grams is 1 cup of vegetable shortening?
1 cup (US, 236ml) of vegetable shortening is approximately 187 grams. The Brazilian xícara de chá (240ml) yields 190 grams — a small but important difference in baking.
How many grams is ½ cup of vegetable shortening?
½ cup (US, 118ml) of vegetable shortening is approximately 94 grams. The Brazilian ½ xícara (120ml) yields 95 grams.
How many grams is 1 tablespoon of vegetable shortening?
1 tablespoon (tbsp, 15ml) of vegetable shortening is approximately 11.9 grams. 1 cup = 16 tablespoons.
How many grams is 1 teaspoon of vegetable shortening?
1 teaspoon (tsp, 5ml) of vegetable shortening is approximately 3.96 grams. 1 tablespoon = 3 teaspoons.
Brazilian cup vs US cup — what's the difference for vegetable shortening?
The US cup (236ml) holds 187g; the Brazilian xícara de chá (240ml) holds 190g — a difference of just 3g per cup. In small quantities it's negligible; in large batches it can accumulate.
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