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Tagged with substititution or substitutions
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How can I tell the difference between a rabbit and a cat?
I received a shipment of prefabricated skinned rabbit last week and the shipment seemed unusual. Rabbits have a very close resemblance to cats once their “hair” and skin have been removed. Is there a ...
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Why can applesauce be used in place of oil?
In many recipes, mostly desserts, it is suggested that you can substitute oil with applesauce to reduce the fat content. But why applesauce?
Is there something special about applesauce or are there ...
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Could coconut cream be used to create a non-dairy ganache for whipping?
A few days ago I made a batch of profiteroles and éclairs, with a minor twist: For half the profiteroles, instead of chantilly cream I used a whipped ganache made from about 2 parts dark or ...
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What is the difference between baking soda and baking powder?
And can I use one in place of the other in certain recipes?
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Why use onions in cooking?
Onions are an ingredient in almost every recipe. I hate the taste(flavour) of them (I know I might be the only one). I always try to avoid eating them and try to pick them out of the food. Seeing that ...
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How did replacing flour in muffins go so wrong?
I had a whole bag of Cocoa Puffs that had gone stale, and thought it would be fun to mess around and see if I could bake something with them. So I aimed for muffins. I more or less based it on a ...
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Can I use cooking sherry instead of red wine in my stew?
So I found some Sherry Cooking Wine ($6 CAD) at my supermarket and I don't want to go and shell out too much money on a real bottle of wine just for a stew, is it possible to use cooking wine like ...
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Mint vs Peppermint
Are mint and peppermint the same thing?
Can we substitute one for the other.
How can we differentiate between mint and peppermint?
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Does it matter what kind of sugar is used in baking?
The baking recipes I use specify many kinds of sugar e.g. caster, raw, white, soft etc.
Generally, I always just use raw sugar, mainly for convenience.
Does it really make a difference?
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When is a cooking oil not appropriate to substitute for another?
Frequently recipes call for a particular kind of oil for making use of certain characteristics (taste, heat tolerance, health, etc.). It's well known you can substitute cooking oils in most cases (...
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What can I use for a Crème brûlée if I don't have a blow torch?
I've always wanted to make a Crème brûlée but I don't have a blow torch to burn the top with. Is there anything else I can use to get that nice crunchy caramel on top?
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Substitute for saltpetre
I was reading a recipe for Okra Soup with Goat Meat and was surprised to find "saltpetre" on the ingredient list, with no quantity listed. Having never seen this as an ingredient in anything ...
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Best meat replacements for a vegetarian/vegan?
Let's compile a list of vegetarian/vegan meat replacements.
Generic replacements:
Seitan
Tofu
Tempeh
Quorn
Quorn Vegan Alternatives
Paneer
TVP
Commercial fake meats:
Tofurky (Roasts, Sausages, ...
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What should I use for old recipes that call for 'buttermilk'?
Old-school buttermilk is the milk left after churning butter and is not today's 'cultured buttermilk'.
A recent answer to the question about what to use for 'sweet milk' mentions :
Buttermilk was ...
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What are some good substitutes for salt for those on low sodium diets?
I try to keep my sodium intake fairly low to ensure that my blood pressure doesn't get too high.
Salt is such a common part of cooking, and it's especially difficult to cook Asian-style food without ...
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How much to reduce salt when using salted butter in place of unsalted butter
I normally don't keep unsalted butter on hand since I use it so seldom. So when a recipe calls for salt and unsalted butter among its ingredients would it be alright to use salted butter and reduce ...
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Is there an alternative to condensed milk?
In Denmark we don't have condensed milk in our regular stores and I've actually only seen it in an UK-import store a few years ago. Is there an alternative to it or can you craft it with regular ...
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Is there a substitute for tahini in hummus?
If I don't have tahini is there anything similar to use to make hummus?
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What to use instead of cling film to wrap pastry
I'm trying to stay away from single use plastics for the environment. The only kitchen thing I have not yet managed to find a substitute for is wrapping pastry in cling film to let it rest in the ...
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Powdered milk in bread recipe
I have a book with several bread recipes that call for 1-2 tablespoons of powdered milk. This isn't something I usually use and I was thinking substituting it with normal milk, and putting less water ...
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What is a substitute for red or white wine in a recipe?
If someone cannot or will not use wine for cooking, what would be a good substitute?
Question applies to both red and white wine.
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When, if ever, are dried herbs preferable to fresh herbs?
Sometimes I see a recipe call for dried herbs. If I have access to fresh herbs, should I go for fresh herbs instead? Is there any benefit in using dried herbs with some recipes?
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Substituting garlic powder for garlic salt?
I love using garlic powder but I also see recipes call for garlic salt. I thought that you could just add garlic powder instead of garlic salt (which of course is sold separately!) and then just add ...
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Keep milk (or milk alternative) for a day without a fridge
I like to drink my coffee with milk, but my new place of work has no refrigerator I can use. Is there any milk or milk-substitute I can use that will not taste funny around 15 o'clock, when I remove ...
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How can I make this antique ginger wine recipe using ingredients available today?
I have this old family ginger wine recipe, but some of the ingredients are hard to find or may not exist any more...
Essence of Ginger 12mls
Tincture of Capsicum 9mls
Essence of Lemon 5mls
Solution ...
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What is a substitute for mascarpone cheese?
I've found mascarpone cheese can be pricey. What would be a good (in taste and price) substitute?
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What is a good pine nut substitute for pesto?
I'm allergic to pine nuts, is there another nut I can use to make pesto?
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What is ground beef?
I keep hearing about Ground Beef, but I'm from Australia and I've never actually seen it before.
Is it the same thing as Minced Beef? Or different? Is Minced beef an acceptible substitute if they're ...
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Conversion rule: how to switch oil and butter?
Just a moment ago, I was making muffins. The recipe calls for 125ml oil.
As a footnote, it says that you can replace the oil with 125g butter.
Can you do so in every recipe (not just muffins or ...
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Buttermilk substitute?
I've got a recipe that calls for some buttermilk, but none on-hand. Is there some way I could use some common ingredient(s) as a substitute?
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What exactly is apple cider?
What exactly is apple cider?
I've been using Apple Bandit Cider for some recipes in which I needed to reduce the cider. However the Apple Bandit Cider is like a low-alcohol fresh cider/beer kind of ...
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What can I substitute for Kaffir Lime Leaves?
Kaffir Lime Leaves seem to be a common ingredient in Thai food, particularly coconut based dishes. I have never seen them in Atlanta, and I've looked (farmers market, whole foods, normal grocery, but ...
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What's a good substitute for basil in pesto sauce?
I'm making some pasta at home with a pesto sauce. The recipe I'm referring to asks for some basil leaves to go along with the pine nuts in the food processor. Unfortunately, I can't find basil where I ...
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What is a good substitute for Fish Sauce?
Are there any good substitutes for Fish Sauce for cooking Thai food?
This is due to a severe food allergy (anaphylaxis) to all forms of seafood, so I'm unable to substitute for other fish-based ...
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What can I substitute for onions?
I love onions; however, someone that I cook for does not. Absolutely hates them and can tell whenever they are in the dish.
That said, so many recipes call for onion to be added. What can I use ...
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Is it okay to use aluminium foil instead of parchment paper while baking cookies?
I don't have access to parchment paper or even butter paper for that matter. I just read on a website that it'd be okay to use aluminium foil as long as I apply a coating of grease on it. And also ...
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What's the point of "cheese alternative" that has dairy in it?
I was at Trader Joe's again, and I bought this cheese alternative. Being hungry out of my mind, the thought to check the ingredients never crossed it. Now I, a vegan, am stuck with having to eat a "...
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Is white vinegar the same as White Wine vinegar?
Is white vinegar, aka the stuff just labelled as "vinegar" in the US and which I use for cleaning my kettle, the same as "White wine vinegar", which I have purchased on accident a time or two? If not, ...
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Why would I use Arrowroot instead of Cornstarch?
I've heard that arrowroot can be used just like cornstarch as a thickening agent. If I have both ingredients on hand, under what circumstances would I choose one over the other?
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What can be used as a substitute for tomato sauce in typical italian dishes?
I have a friend that has developed an allergy or sensitivity of some kind to tomato sauce in foods. She has been craving pizza, pasta, and lasagna for a while now and I've been searching for a way to ...
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What happens if I use vegetable oil in a cake?
I want to bake a cake out of baking mix bought at a shop. The mix already contains flour, baking soda, vanillin, other minor components. The manual says I need to add butter.
I'd like to use ...
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Difference between Maida and All purpose flour
I'm baking tonight and I'm out of All purpose flour. I'm lazy to run out to the grocery store. Can I replace All purpose flour with Maida (Maida is better known to Asian Indians - we use it for making ...
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How to replace booze in eggnog?
I have been relegated to bringing "drinks" for a work holiday potluck. Fair enough. I love eggnog and would like to bring some. However, my recipe includes two jiggers of bourbon or brandy. It might ...
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Does the preparation of chicken liver mousse require force feeding of chickens?
The force feeding of ducks or geese required to prepare foie gras (French "fatty liver") is widely known and banned in some states. I was at a restaurant last night which offered "...
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Is there a vegetarian gelatin substitute that is as strong as gelatin?
I've made several mold (shaped) desserts with both gelatin and gelatin substitutes, and the substitutes have always failed to hold the shape of fully domed chocolate molds and the like. Are there any ...
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Substituting butter for oil: Does it matter for baked goods?
When a recipe (like for muffins) calls for vegetable oil, does it matter if I substitute the oil for butter because I want that buttery taste in the muffins?
Do I need to compensate for the ...
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Difference between old fashioned and quick oats?
What are the difference between old fashioned and quick oats?
Can they be substituted for one another in recipes?
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Can I always use butter instead of margarine when baking?
Some recipes says use butter or margarine, some say use butter and some say use margarine. My question is, can I always use butter or does margarine have some property that butter doesn't when baking?
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Mushroom replacement in Beef Wellington
I saw a great recipe for Beef Wellington on Serious Eats that I'm eager to try. However, my roommate does not eat mushrooms (both because he dislikes the flavor and because he had a bad experience as ...
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Are there any reasonable substitutions for lemon juice?
In the past I cooked myself into a corner when I realized mid-recipe that I didn't have any lemons or lemon juice available. Nor did I have any limes.
I can't remember the exact recipe, but I ...
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