UncookedToCookedRice
Convert uncooked rice to cooked rice with our free calculator. Uses the standard 1:3 expansion ratio with support for grams and cups for precise meal planning.
About This Calculator
The Uncooked to Cooked Rice Calculator helps home cooks, meal planners, and professional chefs quickly convert between uncooked and cooked rice quantities. Whether you are scaling a recipe for a dinner party, meal prepping for the week, or simply wondering how much rice to cook, this tool provides instant and accurate conversions using the standard 1:3 expansion ratio.
Rice expands to approximately three times its original volume and weight when cooked because each grain absorbs water and swells during the cooking process. The calculator applies this simple formula: cooked rice = uncooked rice × 3. For the reverse conversion, it divides the cooked amount by 3. The tool supports both grams for precise weight measurements and cups for volume-based recipes, making it useful across cooking traditions worldwide.
Regional Notes
India: Basmati rice is the most common variety. 1 cup (about 200g) of uncooked basmati yields roughly 3 cups of cooked rice. Typical per-person serving is 60-80g uncooked.
United States: Long-grain white rice is standard. Recipes commonly measure rice in cups. 1 cup uncooked (about 185g) yields 3 cups cooked. Per-person serving is about 1/3 to 1/2 cup uncooked.
United Kingdom: Rice is often measured by weight. 100g of uncooked rice per person is a generous serving, yielding about 300g cooked. Basmati and long-grain are most popular.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the uncooked to cooked rice calculator work?
The calculator uses the standard 1:3 expansion ratio. Simply enter the amount of uncooked rice and it multiplies by 3 to give the cooked rice equivalent. You can also reverse the calculation to find uncooked rice from cooked rice. The tool supports both grams and cups.
What is the ratio of uncooked to cooked rice?
The standard ratio of uncooked to cooked rice is 1:3. This means 1 cup of uncooked rice yields approximately 3 cups of cooked rice. Similarly, 100 grams of uncooked rice yields about 300 grams of cooked rice. This ratio works for most common rice varieties including basmati, jasmine, and long-grain rice.
How much uncooked rice do I need per person?
A typical serving of uncooked rice is about 60-80 grams (1/3 to 1/2 cup) per person, which yields 180-240 grams (1 to 1.5 cups) of cooked rice. For appetites, adjust up to 100 grams (1/2 cup) uncooked per person for generous servings.
Does the expansion ratio vary by rice type?
The 1:3 ratio works well for most common white rice varieties including basmati, jasmine, long-grain, and short-grain rice. Brown rice expands slightly less at roughly 1:2.5 ratio. Sticky rice and wild rice may have slightly different ratios. The calculator uses the standard 1:3 ratio which covers most cooking needs.
Can I convert cooked rice back to uncooked?
Yes, select the Cooked to Uncooked mode in the calculator. Enter the amount of cooked rice and it divides by 3 to determine the original uncooked rice quantity. This is useful when adapting recipes that specify cooked rice amounts.
How many cups of cooked rice from 1 cup of uncooked?
One cup of uncooked rice yields approximately 3 cups of cooked rice. This 1:3 ratio is the standard for most white rice varieties. For brown rice, expect about 2.5 cups of cooked rice from 1 cup of uncooked brown rice.
How much does 100g of uncooked rice weigh when cooked?
100 grams of uncooked rice weighs approximately 300 grams when cooked. During cooking, rice absorbs water and expands to about three times its original weight and volume. The exact amount depends on cooking method and rice type.
Is this rice conversion calculator free to use?
Yes, the uncooked to cooked rice calculator is completely free to use with no registration required. You can bookmark the page with your saved inputs for quick access anytime.