Convert Cabbage from Kilograms to US cups (chopped)

Cabbage converter

Use the tool below to convert cabbage from Kilograms to US cups (chopped).

A small head is around 36% of the weight of a large one, so 'half a cabbage' in a slaw or stew can swing the yield. Pick the right size below to keep coleslaw, kimchi, and braised dishes on target.

How many US cups is a kg of cabbage heads?

A kg of cabbage heads is about 11.24 US cups. Half that is about 5.62 US cups and double about 22.47 US cups, so the ratio scales in a straight line. Use the converter above for any amount, or the chart below for the most common quantities.

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No scale? The tool below gives a good estimate, but for exact bakes a digital kitchen scale removes the guesswork.

Enter an amount, pick your units, and set the size for counting whole cabbage heads.

Size applies to whole cabbage heads (small / medium / large).

Result

11.24 cups (US)

Common Cabbage conversions

Quick reference for cabbage at medium size. Switch the size in the converter above for small or large.

KilogramsUS cups (chopped)
0.25 kg2.81 cups (US)
0.5 kg5.62 cups (US)
1 kg11.24 cups (US)
2 kg22.47 cups (US)
3 kg33.71 cups (US)

Cabbage conversion chart

The chart below shows how whole cabbage heads (medium size) convert to cups, grams and ounces.

kgcups (US)cabbage headscupsgozlb
0.25 kg2.81 cups (US)0.28 cabbage heads2.69 cups250 g8.82 oz0.55 lb
0.5 kg5.62 cups (US)0.56 cabbage heads5.38 cups500 g17.64 oz1.1 lb
1 kg11.24 cups (US)1.11 cabbage heads10.75 cups1000 g35.27 oz2.2 lb
2 kg22.47 cups (US)2.22 cabbage heads21.51 cups2000 g70.55 oz4.41 lb
3 kg33.71 cups (US)3.33 cabbage heads32.26 cups3000 g105.82 oz6.61 lb

Cabbage varieties and best uses

The conversions above are the same whatever variety you use; the difference is what each is good for. Here is how the common cabbage varieties compare.

VarietyBest for
GreenEveryday slaws, sautés, and braises: firm pale-green leaves with a neutral flavour, the all-purpose supermarket head.
SavoySoup, stuffed leaves, and wraps: crinkled tender leaves that hold dressing and wrap easily.
Red (Purple)Slaws and pickles: same firm leaves as Green with crimson colour and a peppery edge that holds when raw.
Napa (Chinese leaf)Stir-fries, dumplings, and kimchi: looser pale leaves that wilt fast and stay sweet.
Pointed (Hispi / Sweetheart / Caraflex)Buttery braises and roasted wedges: cone-shaped, sweet, and tender; cooks faster than round cabbage.

Which should I pick?

For everyday slaws, sautés, and braises, Green is the supermarket default: firm leaves, neutral flavour, the all-rounder. No Green? Savoy has crinkled tender leaves that absorb dressing better. Red gives slaws and pickles colour and a slight peppery edge. For stir-fries and quick wilts, Napa (Chinese leaf) cooks faster and stays sweet. Pointed (Hispi / Sweetheart) is the pick for buttery braises and roasted wedges.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many US cups is a kg of cabbage heads?
A kg of cabbage heads is about 11.24 US cups of cabbage. The density of chopped cabbage is fixed, so the ratio holds at any amount: double the kg and you double the US cups. Use the converter above for any quantity, or the chart below for the most common amounts. Open the cabbage converter
How many kg of cabbage heads is 11.24 US cups?
11.24 US cups of cabbage heads is about 1 kg. The conversion works the same in reverse, so you can switch between kg and US cups without changing the result. This helps when a recipe lists one unit but you would rather measure the other. Use the converter above for any amount.
Which cabbage variety should I use?
For everyday slaws, sautés, and braises, Green is the supermarket default: firm leaves, neutral flavour, the all-rounder. No Green? Savoy has crinkled tender leaves that absorb dressing better. Red gives slaws and pickles colour and a slight peppery edge. For stir-fries and quick wilts, Napa (Chinese leaf) cooks faster and stays sweet. Pointed (Hispi / Sweetheart) is the pick for buttery braises and roasted wedges.

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