Interesting fact: Dry rice roughly triples in weight after cooking because it absorbs water.
The answer: Typically, a cup of rice weighs about 180 to 200 grams (6.3 to 7 ounces) dry. The exact weight depends on size, variety, preparation, brand, and how much edible or non-edible material is included.
Staple foods can change weight dramatically between dry and cooked forms because they absorb water. Practical weights matter for recipes, bulk storage, meal prep, and converting volume measurements into real mass.
