Measuring spoon

Metric measuring spoons
Measuring Spoons

A measuring spoon is a spoon used to measure an amount of an ingredient, either liquid or dry, when cooking. Measuring spoons may be made of plastic, metal, and other materials. They are available in many sizes, including the teaspoon and tablespoon.

United States

In the U.S., measuring spoons often come in sets, usually between four and six. This usually includes ¼, ½, and 1 teaspoon and 1 tablespoon.[1] The volume of a standard US teaspoon is 4.9 ml and that of a standard US tablespoon is 14.8 ml. American cutlery includes (besides the fork and butterknife or knife) two spoons, which are referred to as a teaspoon and tablespoon—but not to be confused with measuring spoons. As cutlery, these spoons are not standardized and frequently hold somewhat less than their measuring spoon counterparts.

Japan

In Japan, usually two spoons are used: a large spoon (大さじ Ōsaji) and a small spoon (小さじ Kosaji or Shōsaji). A large spoon is 15 milliliter, and a small spoon is 5 milliliter. Sometimes a much smaller spoon may be used, usually a 2.5 milliliter spoon. (½ small spoon)

See also

References

  1. ↑ Roupe, Diane (Oct 26, 2009). The Blue Ribbon Country Cookbook. Thomas Nelson Inc. p. 36. ISBN 9781418568214.


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