Powdered sugar is a versatile form of sugar that can be used both for its flavor and for its appearance. Use it to dust cakes, doughnuts, or as a fast-dissolving sweetener for cocktails. There are several suitable alternatives, so there is no need to give up on a dish if …
Lemon pepper is a popular and versatile seasoning blend. The best-known applications involve using it on poultry and fish; however, it can be used on beef and vegetables as well. This blend is useful enough to keep in your spice cabinet at all times. What should you do if you …
If you are looking for a thickener with a neutral taste that can provide your dish with a nice shiny surface and smooth texture, tapioca may be your best option. It is easy to find and works in both savory and sweet dishes. If you miscalculated and it turns out …
Dukkah is a blend of nuts and spices used in Egyptian cuisine. The blend is often consumed as a condiment with flatbread, first dipped in olive oil and then into the spice blend. You may be able to find prepackaged Egyptian dukkah in a Middle Eastern market or online. If …
Lemon verbena is arguably the most pungent lemon-scented herb. The category of lemony herbs includes some of the main substitutes on the list below. Lemon verbena’s lemony flavor is just as useful for giving a pleasant citrus note to seafood as it gives a clean, bright flavor to some cocktails. …
Hawaiian sea salt is popular for traditional Hawaiian dishes, ranging from poke to lau lau pork. The red variety brings an earthy nuttiness due to its mineral content. You will need Hawaiian sea salt if you want to make Hawaiian dishes that have traditional flavor profiles. If you cannot find …
Light brown sugar is a flavorful sweetener used in baked goods and other foods ranging from oatmeal and banana bread to barbecue sauce. It is a milder alternative to the deeper flavor notes and darker color that dark brown sugar brings. If your household uses a lot of light brown …
Tamarind paste is the processed pulp of the tamarind fruit. It is a souring agent popular in Indian cuisine for its ability to provide a tangy acidity to dishes along with mildly sweet notes. You can buy pre-made tamarind paste or a block of tamarind pulp that you can reconstitute …