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The discussion focuses on finding equivalent measurements for whole spices and their ground forms, specifically clove, cinnamon stick, and cardamom. One participant suggests that 1 tablespoon of whole spices is equivalent to 1 teaspoon of ground spices, and provides a specific conversion indicating that 10 whole cloves is approximately 3/4 teaspoon of ground cloves. The community appears to agree on these conversion guidelines for the spices mentioned.

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Offline Malc.

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Conversions - Whole Spice & Ground
« on: March 01, 2011, 05:52 PM »
I am trying to find out equivalent values for whole spice and its ground form. Specifically I am after, clove, cinnamon stick and cardamon, but would welcome any others.

Thanks in advance.
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Offline commis

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Re: Conversions - Whole Spice & Ground
« Reply #1 on: March 01, 2011, 07:13 PM »
Hi
Are you after volume? Also in some recipes whole is specified due to the difference in notes given by the spice, think whole garlic and crushed.
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Re: Conversions - Whole Spice & Ground
« Reply #2 on: March 01, 2011, 09:16 PM »
Yes, initially my thought is to converting the amount of whole spice required to ground form such clove. For example, if a recipe calls for 10 cloves what might be the quantity of ground?

Your second comment now has me pausing for thought. I would still like to know what the conversions might be, but for tonight's recipe, I will air on the side of caution and use thw whole spices.
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Re: Conversions - Whole Spice & Ground
« Reply #3 on: April 10, 2011, 03:05 PM »
Rule is 1 Tbsp of whole spices equals to 1 Tsp of dried spices.
1/4 tsp of whole cloves is approximately 3 whole cloves. So 10 whole cloves is roughly 3/4 Tsp ground cloves.
Hope that helps.
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