Uncooked Rice
Metric Cup to Milliliter
Uncooked Rice — Quick Reference
Common metric cup to milliliter conversions
| Metric Cup | Milliliter |
|---|---|
| ¼ cup | 63ml |
| ⅓ cup | 83ml |
| ½ cup | 125ml |
| ⅔ cup | 167ml |
| ¾ cup | 188ml |
| 1 cup | 250ml |
| 1½ cups | 375ml |
| 2 cups | 500ml |
Based on uncooked rice density of 0.78 g/ml (poured method). Source: USDA FoodData Central.
Understanding Uncooked Rice Conversions
The Math Behind This Conversion
Converting 1 metric cup to milliliter is a direct volume conversion. One metric cup equals 250ml, and one milliliter equals 1ml. So 1 metric cup (250ml) equals 250 milliliter.
Measurement Tip
For consistent results with uncooked rice, use a scale whenever possible. Volume measurements of grains can vary significantly based on how tightly packed they are. The density of 0.78 g/ml we use is based on a standard pour into a measuring cup.
About Our Data
The density value of 0.78 g/ml for uncooked rice is from the USDA FoodData Central database (ID: 169756). This measurement was taken with uncooked rice poured into the measuring cup.
Frequently Asked Questions
1 metric cup of uncooked rice weighs approximately 250 milliliter. This is based on a density of 0.78 g/ml for uncooked rice.
For the most accurate measurement of uncooked rice, use a kitchen scale. Volume measurements can vary based on how the ingredient is packed.
Uncooked Rice has a density of 0.78 g/ml, meaning each milliliter weighs 0.78 grams. Different ingredients have different densities—for example, flour is lighter than sugar—which is why each needs its own conversion factor.