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Cayenne pepper converter
Measure dry, ground cayenne with a level spoon. This estimates the spice’s weight, not its heat, so changing brand or chili variety may still change the dish’s spiciness.
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Cayenne pepper
1 tsp = 1.83 g
| Teaspoons | Grams |
|---|---|
| ¼ tsp | 0.46 g |
| ½ tsp | 0.91 g |
| ¾ tsp | 1.37 g |
| 1 tsp | 1.83 g |
| 2 tsp | 3.65 g |
| 3 tsp | 5.48 g |
| 4 tsp | 7.3 g |
Reference used in this table: 1 tsp (5 ml) ≈ 1.83 g
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