How Much Salt Is in a Pinch? The Definitive Guide
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According to measuring spoon manufacturers and culinary reference books, one standard pinch is defined as 1/16 of a teaspoon. However, the actual amount of salt picked up by a cook's fingers can vary dramatically depending on the person and the type of salt used. This imprecision is a fundamental part of the measurement's nature, often intended as a guide to season 'to taste' rather than a hard rule.
