How many grams is a US cup of shallots?

A US cup of shallots is 154 grams. The conversion scales in a straight line, so 0.5 US cups of shallots is 77 grams and 2 US cups of shallots is 308 grams. Multiply or divide that figure to match whatever your recipe needs, or use the converter above for an exact reading at any amount.

How many US cups of shallots is 154 grams?

154 grams of shallots is 1 US cup. The conversion works the same in reverse, so you can switch between US cups and grams without changing the result. This helps when a recipe lists one unit but you would rather measure in the other. The converter above and the chart below cover both directions for any amount.

Convert Shallot from US cups (chopped)

Shallot converter

Use the tool below to convert shallot from US cups (chopped) to the measurement that you need.

Shallot size ranges from a 20 g small to a 60 g large (triple the weight). Picking the right size means two shallots in a vinaigrette or pan sauce comes out as intended.

How much is a US cup of shallots?

A US cup of shallots is 154 grams, about 3.85 medium shallots. 0.5 US cups of shallots is 77 grams and 2 US cups of shallots is 308 grams. Use the converter below for any amount.

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Want a stronger, bolder flavour? Standard onions (70–150 g) are larger and work for everyday cooking. See onions in US cups.

Spring onions (10–25 g) are even more delicate with a fresh, herbaceous bite. See spring onions in US cups.

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0.96 cups

Common Shallot conversions

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

US cups (chopped)	shallots
0.25 cups (US)	0.96 shallots
0.5 cups (US)	1.93 shallots
0.75 cups (US)	2.89 shallots
1 cup (US)	3.85 shallots
1.5 cups (US)	5.78 shallots
2 cups (US)	7.7 shallots
3 cups (US)	11.55 shallots

Shallot conversion chart

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

cups (US)	cups	shallots	g	oz	lb	kg
0.25 cups (US)	0.24 cups	0.96 shallots	38.5 g	1.36 oz	0.08 lb	0.04 kg
0.5 cups (US)	0.48 cups	1.93 shallots	77 g	2.72 oz	0.17 lb	0.08 kg
1 cup (US)	0.96 cups	3.85 shallots	154 g	5.43 oz	0.34 lb	0.15 kg
1.5 cups (US)	1.44 cups	5.78 shallots	231 g	8.15 oz	0.51 lb	0.23 kg
2 cups (US)	1.93 cups	7.7 shallots	308 g	10.86 oz	0.68 lb	0.31 kg

Shallot 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 shallot varieties compare.

Variety	Best for
French (common) shallot	Dressings, vinaigrettes, and raw use: classic small grey-brown shallot with fine, complex flavour.
Banana shallot (echalion)	Quick prep and large volumes: elongated, milder, and easy to peel.
Asian (pink) shallot	South-East Asian cooking and frying: small, sweet, and crispy when deep-fried.

Which should I pick?

For dressings, vinaigrettes, and pan sauces, the common French shallot is the default: milder and more complex than onion, with a hint of garlic. Banana shallots (echalions) are larger and easier to peel, useful when a recipe needs a big volume of shallot quickly. Asian (pink) shallots are smaller, sweeter, and the pick for South-East Asian dishes like crispy fried shallots and Thai curries.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a US cup of shallots?: A US cup of shallots is 154 grams, or about 3.85 medium shallots. The ratio is fixed, so 0.5 US cups of shallots is 77 grams and 2 US cups of shallots is 308 grams. Use the converter above for any amount, or the chart below for the most common quantities. Open the shallot converter
How many grams is a US cup of shallots?: A US cup of shallots is 154 grams. The conversion scales in a straight line, so 0.5 US cups of shallots is 77 grams and 2 US cups of shallots is 308 grams. Multiply or divide that figure to match whatever your recipe needs, or use the converter above for an exact reading at any amount.
How many US cups of shallots is 154 grams?: 154 grams of shallots is 1 US cup. The conversion works the same in reverse, so you can switch between US cups and grams without changing the result. This helps when a recipe lists one unit but you would rather measure in the other. The converter above and the chart below cover both directions for any amount.

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