Raw vs cooked white rice
Absorbs about 2 parts water per part rice. Cooked weight is about +200% of the raw weight, so 200 g raw becomes about 600 g.
Raw to cooked weight
Meat loses water, rice and pasta absorb it. Convert between raw and cooked weight so your portions and meal prep stay accurate.
What happens to white rice when cooked
Starch grains absorb water and swell, so cooked rice weighs about three times the dry amount.
Tips for accurate weights
- Rice type matters: basmati and jasmine absorb slightly different amounts.
- Weigh the rice dry for the most reliable record.
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How much does 200 g of raw white rice weigh after cooking?
About 600 g.
How much raw white rice do I need for 200 g cooked?
About 67 g raw.
Is the result exact?
No. Cooking method, cut and doneness change the yield, so treat it as a typical estimate.