Brown Rice in Grams: How Many Grams in a Cup?

Convert brown rice from cups to grams and ounces with precision for any recipe.

Reviewed by Shree • Last checked October 2026 • How we measure
Instant Answer Standard Cup Weight

1 cup of brown rice weighs 190 grams.

190 grams

≈ 6.7 oz (weight)

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1 cup of Brown rice weighs 190 grams.

190 grams ≈ 6.7 oz
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190g (6.7 oz)

Level, unpacked US cup
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Brown rice

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Brown rice cups to grams

Complete conversion reference chart for standard US cup measurements to grams and ounces.

Brown rice cups to grams conversion chart
Cups (US) Grams (g) Ounces (oz)
1/8 cup 24g 0.85 oz
1/4 cup 47.5g 1.68 oz
1/3 cup 62.7g 2.21 oz
1/2 cup 95g 3.35 oz
2/3 cup 127g 4.48 oz
3/4 cup 143g 5.04 oz
1 cup 190g 6.7 oz
1 1/2 cups 285g 10.05 oz
2 cups 380g 13.4 oz
3 cups 570g 20.11 oz
4 cups 760g 26.81 oz
5 cups 950g 33.51 oz

Cooked brown rice cups to grams

Cooked brown rice absorbs water during cooking, so 1 cup weighs significantly more than dry.

Cups Grams (cooked)
1/4 cup 51g
1/3 cup 67g
1/2 cup 101g
2/3 cup 135g
3/4 cup 152g
1 cup 202g
1 1/2 cups 303g
2 cups 404g

1 cup of uncooked brown rice weighs 190 grams. Brown rice is slightly denser than white rice because it retains the bran layer. All conversions here are for dry, uncooked brown rice.

For the most accurate results, weigh your brown rice with a digital kitchen scale — the values below assume a level, unpacked cup.

Frequently asked questions

How many grams is 1 cup of brown rice?

1 cup of brown rice weighs 190g.

How many grams is 1/2 cup of brown rice?

1/2 cup of brown rice weighs 95g.

How many grams is 1/4 cup of brown rice?

1/4 cup of brown rice weighs 47.5g.

How many cups is 100g of brown rice?

100g of brown rice is approximately 0.53 cups.

How many grams is 2 cups of brown rice?

2 cups of brown rice weighs 380g.

How many grams is 1/3 cup of brown rice?

1/3 cup of brown rice weighs 62.7g.

How many ounces is 1 cup of brown rice?

1 cup of brown rice weighs approximately 6.7 ounces (190g).

How many grams is 3 cups of brown rice?

3 cups of brown rice weighs 570g.

How many grams is 1 cup of cooked brown rice?

1 cup of cooked brown rice weighs 202g — significantly more than dry brown rice (190g per cup) because the grains absorb water during cooking.

Common mistakes to avoid with brown rice

  • Not soaking brown rice before cooking, leading to a tougher texture.
  • Using the same water ratio as white rice, resulting in undercooked grains.
  • Not letting brown rice rest after cooking, which helps it absorb remaining moisture.

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