This guide covers the full range of pantry, sauce, condiment, spice, stock, alcohol, and specialty substitutions — including Asian kitchen swaps, vinegars, gluten-free alternatives, thickeners, pasta and grains, and emergency pantry fixes. It is designed as a comprehensive kitchen reference for international restaurant operations.
Spice Substitutions
Original Spice | Substitute | Notes |
Cumin | Coriander Seed (Ground) | 1:1 |
Cumin | Caraway Seed (Ground) | 1:1 |
Cumin | Chili Powder Blend (Contains Cumin) | 1:1 |
Paprika (Sweet) | Chili Powder (Mild) | 1:1 |
Paprika (Sweet) | Tomato Powder + Pinch Of Cayenne | 1:1 |
Paprika (Smoked) | Chipotle Powder (Smokier, Hotter) | Use Less |
Paprika (Smoked) | Liquid Smoke + Regular Paprika | To Taste |
Cayenne | Hot Sauce (Adjust Quantity) | To Heat Level |
Cayenne | Red Chili Flakes (Coarser) | 1:1 |
Cayenne | Ground Bird's Eye Chili | 1:1 |
Cayenne | Chili Powder (Milder) | 1:1 |
Nutmeg | Cinnamon | 1:1 |
Nutmeg | Mace (From The Same Plant, More Delicate) | 1:1 |
Nutmeg | Allspice (Pinch) | Use Less |
Cinnamon | Allspice | 1:1 |
Cinnamon | Mixed Spice / Pumpkin Pie Spice | 1:1 |
Cinnamon | Nutmeg + Cardamom (Combined) | 1:1 |
Turmeric | Curry Powder (Contains Turmeric) | 1:1 |
Turmeric | Saffron (Colour Only — Different Flavour) | Use Sparingly |
Turmeric | Annatto / Achiote (Colour Substitute) | 1:1 |
Mustard Powder | Dijon Mustard | 1 Tsp Powder = 1 Tbsp Dijon |
Mustard Powder | Horseradish Powder (Milder Heat) | 1:1 |
White Pepper | Black Pepper (Stronger) | 1:1 |
White Pepper | Ground Ginger (In Small Amounts) | Use Sparingly |
Black Pepper | White Pepper | 1:1 |
Black Pepper | Pink Peppercorns | 1:1 |
Chili Flakes | Cayenne Pepper (Use Less) | Adjust To Heat |
Chili Flakes | Gochugaru (Korean Chili, Milder) | 1:1 |
Star Anise | Anise Seed + Pinch Of Cinnamon | 1:1 |
Star Anise | Chinese Five Spice (Use Half) | Contains Star Anise |
Cardamom | Ginger + Cinnamon (Combined) | 1:1 |
Cardamom | Allspice (Approximate) | 1:1 |
Allspice | Cinnamon + Cloves + Nutmeg | Equal Parts |
Cloves | Allspice | 1:1 |
Cloves | Cinnamon + Nutmeg | Equal Parts |
Caraway Seeds | Cumin Seeds | 1:1 |
Fennel Seeds | Anise Seed | 1:1 |
Fennel Seeds | Caraway Seeds (Cooked Dishes) | 1:1 |
Coriander (Ground) | Cumin (Similar Warmth) | 1:1 |
Saffron | Turmeric (Colour) + Drop Of Rosewater (Aroma) | Per Recipe |
Za'atar (Blend) | Dried Thyme + Sesame + Sumac | 1:1 Mixed |
Sumac | Lemon Zest + Pinch Of Salt | 1:1 |
Smoked Salt | Sea Salt + A Few Drops Of Liquid Smoke | 1:1 |
Celery Salt | Regular Salt + Celery Seed (Ground) | 1:1 |
Garlic Powder | Fresh Garlic | 1 Clove Per ¼ Tsp Powder |
Onion Powder | Finely Minced Fresh Onion | 1 Tbsp Per Tsp Powder |
Dried Ginger | Fresh Ginger | ¼ Tsp Dried = 1 Tsp Fresh |
Dried Chili (Whole) | Chili Flakes Or Cayenne | Adjust To Heat |
Asafoetida (Hing) | Garlic Powder + Onion Powder | Small Pinch Each |
Spice Blend Substitutions
Original Blend | DIY Substitute | Notes |
Five Spice Powder | Star Anise + Cloves + Cinnamon + Fennel + Pepper | Equal Parts |
Garam Masala | Coriander + Cumin + Cardamom + Cinnamon + Black Pepper | Equal Parts |
Curry Powder | Turmeric + Cumin + Coriander + Ginger + Chili | Adjust Heat |
Ras El Hanout | Cumin + Coriander + Cinnamon + Turmeric + Ginger | Equal Parts |
Baharat | Allspice + Black Pepper + Coriander + Cumin + Cinnamon | Equal Parts |
Za'atar | Dried Thyme + Sesame Seeds + Sumac + Salt | 2:1:1:0.5 |
Dukkah | Toasted Hazelnuts + Sesame + Coriander + Cumin | Blitz Coarsely |
Berbere | Chili + Fenugreek + Coriander + Allspice + Ginger | Ethiopian Blend |
Herbes De Provence | Thyme + Rosemary + Oregano + Lavender (Optional) | 1:1:1:0.5 |
Italian Seasoning | Oregano + Basil + Thyme + Rosemary + Marjoram | Equal Parts |
Vinegar And Acid Substitutions
Original Ingredient | Substitute | Notes |
White Vinegar | Apple Cider Vinegar | 1:1 |
White Vinegar | White Wine Vinegar | 1:1 |
Apple Cider Vinegar | White Vinegar | 1:1 |
Apple Cider Vinegar | Rice Vinegar | 1:1 |
Rice Vinegar | White Wine Vinegar | 1:1 |
Rice Vinegar | Diluted White Vinegar + Pinch Of Sugar | 1:1 |
Lemon Juice | Lime Juice | 1:1 |
Lemon Juice | White Wine Vinegar (Half The Amount) | Use Half |
Lemon Juice | Citric Acid Solution | To Acidity |
Lime Juice | Lemon Juice | 1:1 |
Lime Juice | Rice Vinegar (In Asian Dishes) | 1:1 |
Red Wine Vinegar | Balsamic Vinegar | 1:1 |
Red Wine Vinegar | Sherry Vinegar | 1:1 |
Red Wine Vinegar | Red Wine + Dash Of White Vinegar | 1:1 |
Balsamic Vinegar | Red Wine Vinegar + Sugar (Reduce Together) | 1:1 |
Balsamic Vinegar | Pomegranate Molasses | 1:1 — Sweeter And Deeper |
Sherry Vinegar | Red Wine Vinegar | 1:1 |
Sherry Vinegar | Apple Cider Vinegar | 1:1 |
Champagne Vinegar | White Wine Vinegar | 1:1 |
Champagne Vinegar | Rice Vinegar | 1:1 |
Malt Vinegar | Apple Cider Vinegar | 1:1 |
Malt Vinegar | White Vinegar + Pinch Of Sugar | 1:1 |
Tamarind Paste | Lime Juice + Brown Sugar | To Taste |
Tamarind Paste | Amchoor (Dried Mango Powder) | 1:1 |
Verjuice / Verjus | White Grape Juice + Splash Of White Wine Vinegar | 1:1 |
Verjuice / Verjus | Lemon Juice Diluted With Water | 1:1 |
Citric Acid | Lemon Juice Or White Vinegar | Adjust Amount — Citric Is More Concentrated |
Pomegranate Molasses | Balsamic Reduction + Pomegranate Juice | 1:1 |
Stock And Broth Substitutions
Original Ingredient | Substitute | Notes |
Chicken Stock | Vegetable Stock | 1:1 |
Chicken Stock | Water + Chicken Bouillon Cube or Powder | 1:1 |
Chicken Stock | Dashi (In Asian Dishes) | 1:1 |
Beef Stock | Chicken Stock (Lighter) | 1:1 |
Beef Stock | Water + Beef Bouillon Cube Or Powder | 1:1 |
Beef Stock | Mushroom Stock (Umami) | 1:1 |
Vegetable Stock | Chicken Stock | 1:1 |
Vegetable Stock | Water + Miso Paste | 1:1 |
Vegetable Stock | Kombu Dashi (Seaweed) | 1:1 |
Seafood Stock | Fish Stock | 1:1 |
Seafood Stock | Clam Juice | 1:1 |
Seafood Stock | Chicken Stock + Fish Sauce (Small Amount) | 1:1 Approximate |
Fish Stock | Seafood Stock | 1:1 |
Fish Stock | Clam Juice | 1:1 |
Fish Stock | Vegetable Stock + Nori / Seaweed | 1:1 |
Demi-Glace | Reduced Beef Or Veal Stock | Reduce By Half |
Demi-Glace | Store-Bought Concentrated Stock Gel | Per Label |
Dashi | Chicken Stock + Dash Of Soy Sauce | 1:1 |
Dashi | Vegetable Stock + Kombu Or Nori | 1:1 |
Miso Broth | Vegetable Stock + Soy Sauce + Sesame Oil | 1:1 |
Bone Broth | Regular Chicken Or Beef Stock | 1:1 |
Bouillon Cube | Powdered Stock + Water | Per Label |
Stock (Any, Generic) | Water + Soy Sauce + Dried Herbs + Aromatics | Simmer 10 Min |
Mushroom Stock | Vegetable Stock + Dried Porcini Or Shiitake | 1:1 |
Lamb Stock | Beef Stock | 1:1 — Slightly Different |
Veal Stock | Chicken Or Beef Stock | 1:1 |
Sauce And Condiment Substitutions
Original Ingredient | Substitute | Notes |
Mayonnaise | Greek Yogurt | 1:1 |
Mayonnaise | Sour Cream | 1:1 |
Mayonnaise | Silken Tofu Blended With Lemon And Oil | 1:1 |
Dijon Mustard | Yellow Mustard | 1:1 — Less Sharp |
Dijon Mustard | Whole Grain Mustard | 1:1 |
Dijon Mustard | Horseradish Sauce (Small Amounts) | Use Less |
Worcestershire Sauce | Soy Sauce + Vinegar | 1:1 |
Worcestershire Sauce | Fish Sauce + Vinegar + Sugar | 1:1 |
Worcestershire Sauce | Tamarind Paste + Soy + Garlic | 1:1 |
Ketchup | Tomato Paste + Sugar + Vinegar | 1:1 |
Ketchup | Tomato Sauce Reduced + Pinch Of Sugar | 1:1 |
BBQ Sauce | Ketchup + Brown Sugar + Smoked Paprika + Worcestershire | 1:1 |
Tabasco | Any Hot Sauce | 1:1 |
Tabasco | Cayenne + Vinegar | 1:1 |
Harissa | Sambal Oelek + Cumin + Caraway | 1:1 |
Harissa | Sriracha + Smoked Paprika + Cumin | 1:1 |
Tahini | Peanut Butter (Thinned) | 1:1 |
Tahini | Almond Butter | 1:1 |
Pesto | Parsley + Walnut + Olive Oil Blended | 1:1 |
Pesto | Spinach + Almond + Olive Oil Blended | 1:1 |
Tzatziki | Sour Cream + Cucumber + Garlic + Dill | 1:1 |
Aioli | Mayonnaise + Garlic | 1:1 |
Aioli | Greek Yogurt + Garlic + Lemon | 1:1 |
Hollandaise | Greek Yogurt + Lemon + Butter (Simplified) | 1:1 Approximate |
Béchamel | Velouté (Stock-Based) | 1:1 |
Béchamel | Cashew Cream Sauce (Dairy-Free) | 1:1 |
Tartar Sauce | Mayonnaise + Capers + Pickles + Dill | 1:1 |
Remoulade | Mayonnaise + Dijon + Capers + Herbs | 1:1 |
Chimichurri | Pesto (Different Flavour Profile) | 1:1 Approximate |
Tahini Dressing | Peanut Sauce | 1:1 |
Ponzu Sauce | Soy + Citrus Juice | 1:1 |
Teriyaki Sauce | Soy + Honey + Ginger + Garlic | 1:1 |
Pad Thai Sauce | Fish Sauce + Tamarind + Sugar | 1:1 |
Hoisin | Soy + Peanut Butter + Garlic + Vinegar | 1:1 |
Romesco Sauce | Pesto + Roasted Red Peppers | Approximate |
Salsa Verde | Chimichurri Or Pesto (Adjust Herbs) | 1:1 Approximate |
Gremolata | Lemon Zest + Garlic + Parsley — Make Fresh | Always Fresh |
Persillade | Garlic + Flat-Leaf Parsley — Make Fresh | Always Fresh |
Asian Kitchen Swaps
Original Ingredient | Substitute | Notes |
Soy Sauce | Tamari (Gluten-Free Option) | 1:1 |
Soy Sauce | Coconut Aminos (GF, Milder) | 1:1 |
Soy Sauce | Fish Sauce (Small Amounts In Savoury Dishes) | Use Less |
Dark Soy Sauce | Regular Soy Sauce + Molasses | 1:1 |
Light Soy Sauce | Regular Soy Sauce Diluted Slightly | 1:1 |
Oyster Sauce | Hoisin Sauce | 1:1 |
Oyster Sauce | Mushroom Oyster Sauce (Vegan) | 1:1 |
Oyster Sauce | Soy Sauce + Sugar + Cornstarch (Thickened) | 1:1 |
Mirin | Sweet White Wine | 1:1 |
Mirin | Dry Sherry + Pinch Of Sugar | 1:1 |
Mirin | Rice Wine + Sugar | 1:1 |
Fish Sauce | Soy Sauce + Anchovy Paste | 1:1 |
Fish Sauce | Coconut Aminos + Seaweed Flakes (Vegan) | 1:1 |
Fish Sauce | Worcestershire Sauce (In Small Amounts) | Use Less |
Sriracha | Chili Garlic Sauce | 1:1 |
Sriracha | Sambal Oelek | 1:1 |
Sriracha | Gochujang (Korean, Sweeter/Deeper) | 1:1 |
Hoisin Sauce | BBQ Sauce + Soy Sauce | 1:1 |
Hoisin Sauce | Plum Sauce | 1:1 |
Hoisin Sauce | Teriyaki Sauce | 1:1 |
Sesame Paste / Tahini | Peanut Butter (Thinned) | 1:1 |
Sesame Paste / Tahini | Almond Butter | 1:1 |
Rice Wine (Shaoxing) | Dry Sherry | 1:1 |
Rice Wine (Shaoxing) | Dry Vermouth | 1:1 |
Rice Wine (Shaoxing) | Mirin (Sweeter) | 1:1 |
Miso Paste (White) | Chickpea Miso Or Soybean Paste | 1:1 |
Miso Paste (Red) | White Miso + Soy Sauce + Touch Of Vinegar | 1:1 |
Gochujang | Sriracha + Miso + Sugar | 1:1 |
Gochugaru (Korean Chili) | Red Chili Flakes (Less Complex) | 1:1 |
Sambal Oelek | Sriracha | 1:1 |
Sambal Oelek | Fresh Chili Blended With Vinegar And Salt | 1:1 |
Kecap Manis | Soy Sauce + Palm Sugar Or Brown Sugar (Reduced) | 1:1 |
Nam Pla (Thai Fish Sauce) | Soy Sauce + Lime Juice | 1:1 |
Black Bean Sauce | Hoisin + Soy + Fermented Black Bean Paste | 1:1 |
Ponzu | Soy Sauce + Lemon Juice + Mirin | 1:1 |
Dashi | Chicken Stock + Soy Sauce | Workable — Not Authentic |
Kombu | Extra Sea Salt + Dash Of Soy (Umami Only) | Approximate |
Bonito Flakes | Extra Kombu Or Dried Shrimp | 1:1 Approximate |
Rice Paper | Thin Egg Roll Wrappers (Different Texture) | 1:1 Structural Sub |
Wonton Wrappers | Thin Dumpling Skins | 1:1 |
Noodles (Glass/Cellophane) | Thin Rice Vermicelli | 1:1 |
Ramen Noodles | Spaghetti + Baking Soda (Alkalinized) | Boil Spaghetti In Baking Soda Water |
Udon Noodles | Thick Spaghetti Or Linguine | 1:1 |
Rice (Short Grain Sushi) | Arborio (Acceptable For Sushi) | 1:1 |
Galangal | Fresh Ginger (Slightly Different) | 1:1 |
Lemongrass | Lemon Zest + Ginger Combined | 1 Stalk Approximate |
Tofu (Silken) | Blended Ricotta Or Yogurt (Non-Vegan) | 1:1 In Sauces |
Nori / Dried Seaweed Sheets | Soy Paper (For Sushi Wrapping) | 1:1 |
XO Sauce | Chili Crisp Oil + Dried Shrimp Paste | Approximate |
Alcohol And Wine Substitutions (For Cooking)
Original Ingredient | Substitute | Notes |
Red Wine | Beef Or Vegetable Stock + Splash Of Red Wine Vinegar | 1:1 |
Red Wine | Pomegranate Juice + Splash Of Vinegar | 1:1 |
Red Wine | Grape Juice (Sweeter) | 1:1 |
White Wine | Chicken Or Vegetable Stock + Lemon Juice | 1:1 |
White Wine | Apple Juice + Splash Of White Wine Vinegar | 1:1 |
White Wine | Dry Vermouth | 1:1 |
Sparkling Wine / Champagne | Sparkling Grape Juice | 1:1 |
Beer (Ales / Stouts In Stews) | Beef Stock + Coffee (Splash) | 1:1 |
Beer (Lager In Batters) | Sparkling Water | 1:1 |
Beer (Dark In Baking) | Cola Or Root Beer | 1:1 |
Rum | Rum Extract + Water | Use Less Extract |
Rum | Pineapple Juice + Dash Of Almond Extract | 1:1 |
Brandy / Cognac | Apple Juice + Vanilla | 1:1 |
Brandy / Cognac | Grape Juice | 1:1 |
Whisky / Bourbon | Apple Cider + Vanilla + Bit Of Caramel | 1:1 |
Kahlúa | Coffee + Sugar + Vanilla | 1:1 |
Amaretto | Almond Extract + Water | Use Less Extract |
Port | Cranberry Juice + Sugar (Reduced) | 1:1 |
Sherry (Dry) | Dry Vermouth | 1:1 |
Sherry (Dry) | White Wine | 1:1 |
Sherry (Sweet) | Pomegranate Juice | 1:1 |
Marsala Wine | Dry Sherry + Dark Grape Juice | 1:1 |
Sake | Dry Sherry Or Dry White Wine | 1:1 |
Sake | Rice Wine Vinegar (For Marinades Only) | Use Less — More Acidic |
Kirsch | Cherry Juice Concentrate | 1:1 |
Grand Marnier | Orange Juice Concentrate + Vanilla | 1:1 |
Vermouth (Dry) | Dry White Wine | 1:1 |
Mirin | Sweet White Wine Or Rice Wine + Sugar | 1:1 |
Gluten-Free And Allergy Swaps
Original Ingredient | Gluten-Free / Allergy Substitute | Notes |
All-Purpose Flour | GF Flour Blend (Rice + Potato + Tapioca) | 1:1 |
Bread (Wheat) | GF Bread, Rice Bread, Corn Bread | 1:1 |
Pasta (Wheat) | Rice Pasta, Corn Pasta, Chickpea Pasta | 1:1 |
Soy Sauce | Tamari (GF) Or Coconut Aminos | 1:1 |
Breadcrumbs (Wheat) | GF Breadcrumbs, Crushed Rice Crackers | 1:1 |
Couscous | Quinoa | 1:1 |
Bulgur Wheat | Buckwheat Groats (GF Despite Name) | 1:1 |
Barley | Millet | 1:1 |
Regular Oats | Certified GF Oats | 1:1 |
Flour Tortillas | Corn Tortillas | 1:1 |
Pita Bread | GF Flatbread Or Lettuce Wraps | 1:1 |
Egg (Allergy) | Aquafaba, Flax Egg, Chia Egg | Per Recipe |
Dairy Milk | Oat Milk, Almond Milk, Soy Milk, Coconut Milk | 1:1 |
Butter (Dairy) | Vegan Butter, Coconut Oil | 1:1 |
Cheese | Nutritional Yeast (For Flavour) | To Taste |
Peanuts (Allergy) | Sunflower Seeds | 1:1 |
Peanut Butter (Allergy) | Sunflower Seed Butter | 1:1 |
Tree Nuts (Allergy) | Seeds (Sunflower, Pumpkin, Hemp) | 1:1 |
Shellfish (Allergy) | Firm Tofu Or King Oyster Mushrooms | Texture Sub Only |
Fish (Allergy) | Tofu, Tempeh (For Protein) | 1:1 |
Gelatine (Pork) | Agar Agar | Use Half The Amount |
Honey (Vegan) | Agave Nectar, Maple Syrup, Date Syrup | 1:1 |
Worcestershire Sauce (Anchovies) | Coconut Aminos + Soy Sauce | 1:1 |
Rye Bread | Sourdough Spelt Bread (Lower Gluten) | 1:1 |
Malt Vinegar (Contains Gluten) | Apple Cider Vinegar | 1:1 |
Beer (In Batters, GF) | GF Beer Or Sparkling Water | 1:1 |
Oyster Sauce | Mushroom Oyster Sauce (Vegan + GF) | 1:1 |
Pasta And Grain Substitutions
Original Ingredient | Substitute | Notes |
Spaghetti | Linguine O Fettuccine | 1:1 |
Penne | Rigatoni Or Ziti | 1:1 |
Fettuccine | Tagliatelle | 1:1 |
Lasagne Sheets | Flat Noodles Layered | 1:1 |
Orzo | Couscous Or Small Pasta Shapes | 1:1 |
Gnocchi | Pasta | 1:1 |
Rice (White, Long Grain) | Basmati | 1:1 |
Rice (White) | Jasmine | 1:1 |
Rice (Short Grain) | Arborio (For Risotto Or Similar) | 1:1 |
Brown Rice | Farro | 1:1 — Nuttier |
Brown Rice | Spelt Berries | 1:1 |
Wild Rice | Farro | 1:1 |
Quinoa | Millet | 1:1 |
Quinoa | Couscous | 1:1 |
Couscous | Quinoa | 1:1 |
Bulgur Wheat | Couscous | 1:1 |
Polenta (Coarse) | Grits | 1:1 |
Semolina | Polenta (Fine) | 1:1 |
Farro | Spelt Or Barley | 1:1 |
Barley | Farro | 1:1 |
Buckwheat (Soba) | Whole Wheat Noodles | 1:1 |
Lentils (Green) | Brown Lentils | 1:1 |
Lentils (Red, Split) | Yellow Split Peas | 1:1 |
Chickpeas | Butter Beans Or White Beans | 1:1 |
Black Beans | Pinto Beans | 1:1 |
Kidney Beans | Borlotti Beans | 1:1 |
Cannellini Beans | Navy Beans / Haricot Beans | 1:1 |
Pasta (Wheat, GF) | Rice Pasta Or Chickpea Pasta | 1:1 |
Emergency Pantry Swaps
Missing Ingredient | Quick Fix | Notes |
Breadcrumbs | Crushed Crackers | 1:1 |
Breadcrumbs | Rolled Oats Blended Briefly | 1:1 |
Breadcrumbs | Crushed Cornflakes | 1:1 |
Panko Breadcrumbs | Crushed Rice Crackers | 1:1 |
Croutons | Toasted Bread Cubes | 1:1 |
Croutons | Pita Chips Broken Up | 1:1 |
Mayonnaise | Greek Yogurt | 1:1 |
Dijon Mustard | Yellow Mustard | 1:1 |
Worcestershire Sauce | Soy Sauce + Vinegar | 1:1 |
Ketchup | Tomato Paste + Sugar + Vinegar | 1:1 |
BBQ Sauce | Ketchup + Brown Sugar + Spices | 1:1 |
Hot Sauce | Chili Flakes + Vinegar + Salt | To Taste |
Soy Sauce | Coconut Aminos | 1:1 |
Pasta | Gnocchi, Orzo, Or Rice Noodles | 1:1 |
Rice (White) | Couscous, Quinoa, Or Bulgur Wheat | 1:1 |
Polenta | Grits | 1:1 |
Lentils | Split Peas | 1:1 |
Chickpeas | White Beans Or Cannellini | 1:1 |
Kidney Beans | Black Beans | 1:1 |
Black Beans | Pinto Beans | 1:1 |
Coconut Milk | Evaporated Milk + Coconut Extract | 1:1 |
Coconut Milk | Heavy Cream (Not Dairy-Free) | 1:1 |
Peanut Butter | Almond Butter | 1:1 |
Peanut Butter | Sunflower Seed Butter (Nut-Free) | 1:1 |
Cream Of Mushroom Soup (Tin) | Béchamel + Mushrooms | 1:1 |
Cream Of Mushroom Soup (Tin) | Greek Yogurt + Mushroom Stock | 1:1 |
Stock Cube | Miso Paste + Water | 1:1 |
Stock Cube | Soy Sauce + Aromatics + Water | 1:1 |
Fresh Garlic | Garlic Powder | ¼ tsp per clove |
Fresh Ginger | Ground Ginger | ¼ tsp per tsp fresh |
Capers | Chopped Green Olives + Splash Of Vinegar | 1:1 |
Capers | Pickled Nasturtium Seeds | 1:1 |
Olives | Sun-Dried Tomatoes (In Cooked Dishes) | 1:1 |
Anchovies (In Sauce) | Miso Paste + Capers | 1:1 |
Miso Paste | Tahini + Soy Sauce | 1:1 |
Cornichons | Gherkins / Small Pickles | 1:1 |
Tahini | Peanut Butter Thinned With Sesame Oil | 1:1 |
Balsamic Glaze | Reduce Balsamic Vinegar With Honey | Simmer Until Syrupy |
Lemon Juice (Bottled) | Fresh Lemon Juice | Always Prefer Fresh If Available |
Dijon Mustard (In Dressings) | Whole Grain Mustard | 1:1 |
Note: Substitutions are designed to maintain service continuity and may slightly alter the flavour, texture, or appearance of the final dish. Always inform guests of any significant changes, particularly regarding allergens. When possible, test substitutions in smaller quantities before full production.