FOOD SUBSTITUTES GUIDE
Out of an ingredient? Find the best swaps for 172+ common cooking ingredients, with exact ratios and tips for every situation.
Also see our Spice Substitutes Guide for 200+ spice swaps.
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Milks & Cream
8Liquid dairy and plant-based alternatives for cooking, baking, and drinking.
Cultured Dairy
8Fermented and cultured dairy products used in cooking, baking, and dips.
Cheese
10Hard, soft, and specialty cheeses used in cooking, melting, and finishing dishes.
Butter & Solid Fats
5Solid cooking fats used for sautéing, baking, and enriching dishes.
Eggs
3Whole eggs, whites, and yolks used for binding, leavening, and emulsifying.
Flours
10Wheat and alternative flours for baking, thickening, and coating.
Leaveners & Thickeners
9Baking agents and starches that provide rise, structure, and body.
Sweeteners & Sugars
10Sugar, syrups, and alternative sweeteners for baking and cooking.
Chocolate & Baking Extras
7Chocolate, cocoa, and flavor extracts essential to baking and desserts.
Cooking Oils
7Liquid fats for sautéing, roasting, frying, and dressing.
Grains, Rice & Pasta
12Staple carbohydrates including rice, pasta, oats, and other grains.
Meat Proteins
10Common meats used as the protein base for a wide range of dishes.
Seafood
9Fish and shellfish used across a wide range of cuisines.
Plant Proteins & Legumes
10Beans, lentils, soy-based proteins, and other plant-based protein sources.
Vegetables
15Common vegetables and how to substitute them in any recipe.
Condiments & Sauces
15Pantry sauces, pastes, and condiments that anchor flavor in countless recipes.
Vinegars
6Acidic condiments used for seasoning, preserving, and balancing flavors.
Fresh Herbs & Aromatics
10Fresh herbs and aromatic roots that define the flavor of a dish.
Nuts, Seeds & Nut Butters
8Nuts, seeds, and their butters used for texture, fat, and flavor.