All Purpose Flour
All purpose flour, 1 cup = 1 cup + 2 tbsp sifted cake flour or self rising flour minus the salt in yeast bread recipes and minus salt and baking powder in quick bread recipes
or
All purpose flour, 1 cup = 1/2 cup white cake flour plus 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
or
All purpose flour, 1 cup = 20% of all-purpose flour can be substituted with another grain, such as rye, buckwheat or soy flour in recipes such as quick breads and pancakes
Allspice
Allspice = equal amount of cinnamon
or
Allspice = dash of nutmeg
or
Allspice = dash of mace
or
Allspice = dash of cloves
Ammonium Bicarbonate
3/4 teaspoon ammonium bicarbonate = 1 teaspoon baking soda
Aniseed
Aniseed = equal amount of fennel seed
or
Aniseed = a few drops anise extract
Arrowroot
1 tablespoon arrowroot = 1 tablespoon cornstarch
or
1 tablespoon arrowroot = 2 tablespoons all purpose flour
Basil
Basil = equal amount of oregano or thyme
Bouquet Garni
1 teaspoon bouquet garni = 1/2 teaspoon each dried parsley flakes, dried thyme leaves and 1 bay leaf (crushed)
Bourbon
Bourbon = Equal amount of whisky
Contributed by: Jericho Aguila
Jericho says you can substitute bourbon with whisky to give your dishes that added flavor. |
Bread Crumbs
Bread Crumbs = Equal amount of crushed cornflakes, cornmeal or crushed potato chips
Contributed by: Tet Suntay
For that added crunch, Tet Suntay uses either of these ingredients to make bread crumbs for her tempura recipes. |
Bread Crumbs
1 cup dry bread crumbs = 1 cup crushed cracker crumbs
or
1 cup dry bread crumbs = 1 cup crushed cornflakes
Breading
Breading = Equal amount of all purpose flour with salt, pepper and msg or desired seasoning
or
Breading = Equal amount of bread crumbs with desired seasoning.
Butter
1 cup butter = 1 cup margarine
Butter, salted
1/2 cup salted butter = 1/2 cup unsalted butter plus 1/4 teaspoon salt
or
1/2 cup salted butter = 1/2 cup margarine
Butter, unsalted
1/2 cup unsalted butter = 1/2 cup salted butter and decrease the salt in recipe by 1/4 teaspoon
Buttermilk
1 cup buttermilk = 1 Tablespoon vinegar + sweet milk to make 1 cup
or
1 cup buttermilk = 2/3 cup plain yogurt + 1/3 cup sweet milk
Cajun Spice
1 Tablespoon Cajun Spice = ½ teaspoon white pepper, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, 1/1 teaspoon onion powder, ½ teaspoon ground red pepper, ½ teaspoon paprika and ½ teaspoon black pepper.
Contributed by: Roshan Nandwani
Roshan mixes these spices when Cajun spice is not available. |
Cardamom
Cardamom = Equal amount of cinnamon
Contributed by: Michael Lopa
When cooking for Indian food that requires this ingredient, Micheal uses cinnamon instead of cardamom. |
Cardamom
Cardamom = equal amount of ginger
Carob Powder
1 tablespoon carob powder = 1 tablespoon cocoa powder (either natural or Dutch-processed)
Chervil
Chervil, 1 tsp = equal amount of tarragon OR parsley
or
Chervil, 1 tsp = 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes plus 1/8 teaspoon rubbed, dried sage
Chicken or Beef Broth
1 cup chicken or beef broth = 1 cup hot water and 1 teaspoon instant bouillon granules (or 1 bouillon cube)
Chili Powder
Chili Powder = a dash of bottled hot pepper sauce plus a combination of oregano and cumin
Chinese Sausage
Chinese Sausage = Equal Amount of Hamonado Longanisa
Chive
Chive = equal amount of either green onion; onion; or leek
Chocolate, bittersweet
1 ounce bittersweet chocolate = 1/2 ounce unsweetened chocolate plus 1 tablespoon granulated white sugar
Chocolate, semi-sweet
Semi-Sweet Chocolate, 6 ounces chopped = 1 cup (6 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips
or
Semi-Sweet Chocolate, 6 ounces chopped = 6 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder plus 7 tablespoons sugar plus 1/4 cup fat
Chocolate, Sweet Baking (German's)
Sweet Baking Chocolate, 1ounce = equal amounts bittersweet chocolate
or
Sweet Baking Chocolate, 1 ounce = 1 ounce semi-sweet chocolate plus 1/2 tablespoon granulated white sugar
or
Sweet Baking Chocolate, 1 ounce = 1 ounce milk chocolate
Chocolate, Unsweetened
Unsweetened Chocolate, 1 ounce = 1 2/3 ounce semisweet chocolate and reduce sugar in recipe by 2 teaspoons
or
Unsweetened Chocolate, 1 ounce = 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa plus 1 tablespoon butter, margarine or shortening
Chocolate, White
White Chocolate = equal amount of milk chocolate
or
White Chocolate = equal amount of sweet dark chocolate
Cilantro
Cilantro = equal amount of parsley
Cinnamon
1 teaspoon cinnamon = 1/4 teaspoon of nutmeg or allspice
or
1 teaspoon cinnamon = 1/2 teaspoon ground all spice
or
1 teaspoon cinnamon = 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
Cloves
Cloves = equal amount of allspice
or
Cloves = equal amount of cinnamon
Or
Cloves = equal amount of nutmeg
Cocoa Powder, dutch-processed
3 tablespoons dutch processed cocoa powder = 3 tablespoons natural unsweetened cocoa powder plus 1/8 teaspoon baking soda
or
3 tablespoons dutch processed cocoa powder = 1 ounce unsweetened chocolate plus 1/8 teaspoon baking soda (reduce fat in recipe 1 tablespoon)
Cocoa Powder, natural unsweetened
3 tablespoons natural unsweetened cocoa powder = 3 tablespoons Dutch-processed cocoa plus 1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar, lemon juice or white vinegar
or
3 tablespoons natural unsweetened cocoa powder = 1 ounce unsweetened chocolate (reduce fat in recipe by 1 tablespoon)
Coconut Cream, fresh
1 cup fresh coconut cream= 1 cup canned coconut cream
or
1 cup fresh coconut cream= 1 cup top layer of canned coconut milk (not low fat) (do not shake or stir can before skimming)
or
1 cup fresh coconut cream= 1 cup heavy whipping cream (35%) plus 1/2 cup coconut cream powder
Coconut Milk
Coconut milk, fresh, 1 cup = 1 cup canned coconut milk (not low fat)
or
Coconut milk, 1 cup = 3 tablespoons canned cream of coconut plus enough hot water or milk to equal 1 cup
or
Coconut milk = 1/4 cup coconut cream powder plus 1 cup hot water or milk
Coconut Milk
Coconut milk = Equal amount of whole cow’s milk
Contributed by: Ma. Belina Mariano
Ma. Belina likes to use coconut milk instead of whole cow’s milk to add flavor to her food. |
Coffee
Coffee, strong brewed, 1/4 cup = 2 tablespoons instant espresso powder dissolved in 3 tablespoons hot water
or
Coffee = 1/2 cup hot water and 1 teaspoon instant coffee granules can be substituted for 1/2 cup strong brewed coffee
Cookie Crumbs
1 cup cookie crumbs = Equal amount of chocolate or vanilla wafers
or
1 cup Cookie crumbs = Equal amount of graham crackers
Contributed by: Bernz Cheng
According to Bernz Cheng, she uses either wafers or graham crackers for her pie crusts when the recipe calls for cookie crumbs. |
Cookie Crumbs
1 cup cookie crumbs = 1 cup wafers
or
1 cup cookie crumbs = 1 cup vanilla wafers
or
1 cup cookie crumbs = 1 cup graham crackers
or
1 cup cookie crumbs = 1 cup macaroons
or
1 cup cookie crumbs = 1 cup gingersnaps
Cooking Sprays (shortening to coat pans, baking sheets and baking pans to prevent them from sticking)
Cooking spray = light coat of margarine / butter
Cooking Wine
1 cup wine = 13 tablespoons water, 3 tablespoons lemon juice and 1 table spoon sugar
or
A little less than 1 cup of apple juice and lemon juice
Contributed by: Mayi Lopa
Cornmeal, stone ground
1 cup stone ground cornmeal = 1 cup regular milled cornmeal
or
1 cup stone ground cornmeal = 1 cup corn grits
or
1 cup stone ground cornmeal = 1 cup polenta
or
1 cup stone ground cornmeal = 1 cup maize meal
Corn Syrup
Corn syrup = light brown sugar with water
or
Corn syrup = light brown sugar with honey
Corn Syrup, light
1 cup light corn syrup = 1 cup dark corn syrup
or
1 cup light corn syrup = 1 1/4 cups sugar plus 1/3 cup water
Corn Syrup, dark
1 cup dark corn syrup = 3/4 cup light corn syrup plus 1/4 cup light molasses
Corn Starch (for thickening)
Corn starch 1 tablespoon = 2 tablespoon flour
or
Corn starch 1 tablespoon = 2 teaspoons arrowroot starch
or
Corn starch 1 tablespoon = 1 tablespoon potato starch
or
Corn starch 1 tablespoon = 2 tablespoons quick-cooking (instant) tapioca)
Mayi shares her affordable alternative for cooking wine. |
Cream of tartar
Cream of Tartar = Equal amount of vinegar
Or
Cream of Tartar = Equal amount of lemon juice
Contributed by: Darrel Magbanua
Darrel likes using vinegar instead of cream of tartar since this ingredient is readily available in her kitchen and she can use it for her other dishes as well. |
Cream of tartar
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar = 1/2 teaspoon white vinegar
or
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar = lemon juice
Cream
1 cup cream = 1/2 cup butter + 3/4 cup milk
Cream, half & half (10 - 12% Butterfat),
1 cup half & half cream = 7/8 cup whole milk plus 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
or
1 cup half & half cream = 1/2 cup light cream (5%) plus 1/2 cup whole milk
or
1 cup half & half cream = 1/2 cup partly skimmed milk plus 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream (35%)
Cream, heavy (35% butterfat) (not for whipping),
1 cup heavy cream = 2/3 cup whole milk plus 1/3 cup melted unsalted butter
Cream, Clotted
Cream, Clotted, 1 cup = 1 cup crème fraîche
or
Cream, clotted, 1 cup = 1 cup mascarpone cheese
or
Cream, Clotted, 1 cup = 1 cup heavy whipping cream (35%), whipped
Crème Fraîche
Crème fraîche = equal amount of sour cream
or
Crème fraîche = equal amount of whipping cream plus 1 tablespoon buttermilk or yogurt
or
Crème fraîche, 1 cup = 1/2 cup whipping cream plus 1/2 cup sour cream
or
Crème fraîche = equal amount of 1 cup mascarpone cheese
Cream, Light or Coffee
Light or Coffee Cream = equal amount of half & half cream
or
Light or Coffee Cream, 1 cup = 7/8 cup whole milk plus 3 tablespoons melted butter
or
Light or Coffee Cream, 1 cup = 1/2 cup evaporated milk or heavy cream plus 1/2 cup milk
Cream, Light Whipping
Light Whipping Cream, 1 cup = 3/4 cup whole milk plus 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter
or
Light Whipping Cream, 1cup = 1 cup half & half cream
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Light Whipping Cream, 1 cup = 1/3 cup butter plus 3/4 cup milk (in baking and cooking).
Cumin
Cumin = equal amount of chili powder
Currants
1 cup currants = 1 cup raisins
or
1 cup currants = 1 cup chopped dates
or
1 cup currants = 1 cup other dried fruit (cranberries, cherries, blueberries)
Dates
Dates = equal amount of prunes or raisins
Dry Sherry
Dry Sherry = Equal amount of Chinese cooking wine
Contributed by: Ric Parma
Ric suggests using Chinese cooking wine in place of dry sherry. It is more affordable and, according to her, tastes better. |
Eggs
Egg, 1 large = 2 large egg yolks plus 1 tablespoon water (in baking)
or
Egg, 1 large = 2 large egg yolks (for custards, sauces, puddings and mousses)
or
Egg, 1 large = 3 1/2 tablespoons frozen whole egg, thawed
or
Egg, 1 large = 3 1/2 tablespoons egg substitute
or
Egg, 1 large = 2 eggwhites
Egg Whites
Egg white, 1 large = 2 tablespoons frozen egg whites, thawed
or
Egg white, 1 large = 1 tablespoon powdered egg white plus 2 tablespoons water
or
Egg white = Meringue powder can be substituted for egg whites in a meringue application only. Three egg whites equal approximately 3 tablespoons meringue powder plus 6 tablespoons water.
or
Egg white = Powdered egg whites may be substituted in most recipes requiring egg whites. Follow directions on powdered egg whites container.
Egg Yolk
Egg yolk, 2 large yolks = 1 large whole egg
or
Egg yolk, 2 large yolks = 4 tablespoons powdered egg yolk plus 4 teaspoons water
or
Egg yolk, 2 large yolks = 7 teaspoons frozen egg yolks, thawed
Flour, bread
1 cup bread flour = 1 cup all purpose flour
Flour, cake flour
1 cup cake flour = 1 cup minus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
or
1 cup cake flour = 3/4 cup all purpose flour plus 2 tablespoons cornstarch
Flour, pastry
2 cups pastry flour = 1 1/3 cup all purpose flour plus 2/3 cup cake flour
Flour, self-rising flour
1 cup self rising flour = 1 cup all-purpose flour plus 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder and 1/2 teaspoon salt
Flour, whole wheat
1 cup whole wheat = 7/8 cup all purpose flour plus 2 tablespoon wheat germ
or
1 cup whole wheat = 1 cup graham flour
Gelatin
Gelatin, Leaf or Sheet, 4 leaves (4 x 9 inches) = 1 (1/4 ounce) envelope powdered gelatin
Powdered Gelatin, 1 envelope (1/4 ounce) = 4 leaves sheet gelatin
or
Powdered Gelatin = 2 teaspoons agar-agar powder
Ghee
1 tablespoon ghee = 1 tablespoon clarified butter
or
1 tablespoon ghee = 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Ginger, ground
1 teaspoon ground ginger = 1/2 teaspoon ground mace plus 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel
or
1 teaspoon ground ginger = equal amount of allspice
or
1 teaspoon ground ginger = equal amount of cinnamon
or
1 teaspoon ground ginger = equal amount of mace
or
1 teaspoon ground ginger = equal amount of nutmeg
Glucose, liquid
1/2 cup liquid glucose = 1/2 cup light corn syrup
Heavy Cream
Heavy Cream = Equal amount of All Purpose Cream
Contributed by: Jacklyn Uy
For recipes that require whipping cream such as Tiramisu and Chocolate Mousse, Jacklyn simply uses all purpose cream because it accomplishes the same job as heavy or whipped cream. |
Herbs
1 Tablespoon fresh herbs = 1 teaspoon dried equivalent of the same type of herb
Honey
Honey, 1 cup = 1 1/4 cups sugar + 1/4 cup liquid
or
Honey, 1 cup = 3/4 cup maple syrup plus 1/2 cup granulated white sugar
or
Honey, 1 cup = 3/4 cup light or dark corn syrup plus 1/2 cup granulated white sugar
or
Honey, 1 cup = 3/4 cup light molasses plus 1/2 cup granulated white sugar
or
Honey, 1 cup = 1 1/4 cups granulated white or brown sugar plus 1/4 cup additional liquid in recipe plus 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
Italian Seasoning
1 1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning = blend of any of these: fresh basil, oregano, rosemary, and ground red pepper
or
1 1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning = 1/4 teaspoon EACH of dried oregano leaves, dried marjoram leaves and dried basil leaves plus 1/8 teaspoon rubbed dried sage can be substituted
Ketchup
Ketchup = 1 cup tomato sauce plus ½ cup sugar and 2 tablespoons cooking vinegar
Contributed by: Janina Llanza
When she runs out of ketchup, Janina uses this handy recipe. |
Lard
1/2 cup lard = 1/2 cup solid vegetable shortening
or
1/2 cup lard = 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Lemon Grass
Lemon Grass = Equal amount of Lemon Zest
Contributed by: Lanie Pandy
Lanie Pandy uses lemon zest instead of lemon grass because it is so much easier to find and prepare. |
Lemon Juice, freshly squeeze
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice = 1 tablespoon bottled lemon juice
or
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice = 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
or
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice = 1 tablespoon fresh calamansi juice
Lemon, zest
1 teaspoon lemon zest = 1 teaspoon orange or lime zest
or
1 teaspoon lemon zest = 1/2 teaspoon lemon extract
Lime Juice, freshly squeezed
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice = 1 tablespoon lemon
or
1 tablespoon orange juice
or
½ tablespoon calamansi juice
Lime, zest
1 teaspoon zest of lime = 1 teaspoon lemon zest
or
1 teaspoon zest of lime = 1 teaspoon orange zest
Lime or Lemon
Lime = equal amount of calamansi
Mace
Mace = equal amount of allspice; cinnamon; ginger; or nutmeg
Maple syrup
1 cup maple syrup = 1 cup honey
or
1 cup maple syrup = 3/4 cup corn syrup plus 1/4 cup butter
Margarine
1/2 cup margarine = 1/2 cup salted
or
1/2 cup margarine = unsalted butter
or
1/2 cup margarine = 1/2 cup solid vegetable shortening
Marshmallows
8 regular marshmallows= 1 cup miniature marshmallows
or
8 regular marshmallows= 2.5 ounces marshmallow cream
Marzipan
2 1/2 cups marzipan = 2 cups almond paste plus 1 cup powdered sugar plus 2 tablespoons light corn syrup
Mascarpone cheese
1 cup mascarpone cheese = 3/4 cup cream cheese beaten with 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream (35%)
or
1 cup mascarpone cheese = 1 cup cream cheese
Milk, fresh whole
1 cup fresh whole milk = 1 cup reconstituted dry milk plus 2 teaspoon butter
Milk, sour
1 cup sour milk = 1 tablespoon lemon juice or vinegar plus enough sweet or fresh milk to make one cup
Milk, buttermilk (sour milk)
1 cup buttermilk =1 tablespoon lemon juice or vinegar (white or cider) plus enough milk to make 1 cup (let stand 5-10 minutes)
or
1 cup buttermilk =1 cup plain
or
1 cup buttermilk = 1 cup low fat yogurt
or
1 cup buttermilk = 1 cup sour cream
or
1 cup buttermilk = 1 cup milk plus 1 1/2 - 1 3/4 teaspoons cream of tartar
Milk Chocolate
Milk Chocolate = equal amount of bittersweet chocolate
or
Milk Chocolate = equal amount of semi-sweet chocolate plus 1 tablespoon granulated white sugar
or
Milk Chocolate, 1 ounce = 1 ounce sweet dark
or
Milk Chocolate, 1 ounce = 1 ounce white chocolate
Milk, evaporated whole
1 cup evaporated whole milk = 1 cup half & half (10-12%)
or
1 cup evaporated whole milk = 1 cup light or table cream (20%)
or
1 cup light (30%) or heavy whipping cream (35%)
Milk, skim (non fat)
1 cup skim milk = 1/4 cup powdered skim milk plus 7/8 cup water
or
1 cup skim milk = 1/2 cup evaporated skim milk plus 1/2 cup water
Milk, whole
1 cup whole milk = 1 /2 cup evaporated milk plus 1/2 cup water
Mint
Mint = equal amount of basil
or
Mint = equal amount of marjoram
or
Mint = equal amount of rosemary
Molasses
1 cup molasses = 1 cup honey
or
1 cup molasses = 1 cup dark corn syrup
or
1 cup molasses = 1 cup maple syrup
or
1 cup molasses = 3/4 cup light or dark brown sugar heated to dissolve in 1/4 cup liquid
Mustard, dry
1 teaspoon dry mustard = 1 tablespoon prepared mustard
Mustard, prepared
1 Tablespoon prepared mustard = 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard plus 2 teaspoons vinegar
Nutmeg
1 teaspoon nutmeg = equal amount of cinnamon
or
1 teaspoon nutmeg = ginger
or
1 teaspoon nutmeg = mace
or
1 teaspoon nutmeg = 1 teaspoon ground allspice or
or
1 teaspoon nutmeg = 1 teaspoon ground cloves
Oats, quick-cooking rolled
1 cup quick-cooking rolled oats = 1 cup regular (old fashioned rolled oats)
Oil
1 cup oil = 1 cup melted butter
or
1 cup oil = margarine
or
1 cup oil = shortening
Orange, zest
1 teaspoon orange zest = 1 teaspoon lemon
or
1 teaspoon orange zest = lime zest
or
1 teaspoon orange zest = 1 teaspoon finely chopped candied orange peel
Oregano
Oregano = equal amount of thyme
or
Oregano = equal amount of basil
Parsley
Parsley = equal amount of cilantro
Pecans
Pecans = Equal amount of kasuy
Contributed by: Vim Pellagio
Vim Pellagio uses kasuy in her cookies and brownies when she can’t find any pecans. It can also be substituted for other hard to find nuts such as almonds, walnuts, macadamia. |
Pimento
Pimiento = Equal amount of roasted bell pepper
Contributed by: Kathy Ong
For her paella recipe, Kathy uses roasted bell peppers instead of pimentos for that added flavor. |
Polenta, dry
1 cup dry polenta = 1 cup cornmeal
or
1 cup dry polenta = 1 cup maize meal
or
1 cup dry polenta = 1 cup corn grits
Pumpkin Pie Spice
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice = 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon plus 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger plus 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg plus 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
Raisins
Raisins = equal amount of chopped dried fruit such as currants, pitted chopped dates, cherries, cranberries, blueberries, etc.
Red Pepper
Red pepper = dash of bottled hot pepper sauce
or
Red pepper = dash of black pepper
Ricotta Cheese
1 cup ricotta cheese = 1 cup cottage cheese + 1 tablespoon skim milk
Rosemary
Rosemary = equal amount of thyme
Saffron
Saffron = annatto as colorant
or
Saffron = equal amount of atchuete or kasubha
Sage
Sage = equal amount of poultry seasoning; savory; marjoram; or rosemary
Savory
Savory = equal amount of thyme; marjoram; or sage
Salt, Kosher
Kosher salt, 1 teaspoon = 1 teaspoon sea salt or table
Salt, Sea
Sea salt, 1 teaspoon = 1 teaspoon kosher or table
Salt, Table
Table salt, 1 teaspoon = 1 teaspoon kosher or sea
Sesame Oil
Sesame Oil = 1 tablespoon sesame seeds fried in ½ cup vegetable oil.
Contributed by: Iris Velasco
Iris Velasco suggests toasting sesame seeds in vegetable oil to get that sweet sesame oil taste. |
Shallots
Shallots = Equal amount of red onion
Contributed by: Mads de Guzman
Mads de Guzman suggests using red onions instead of shallots because they’re bigger and need less preparation. |
Shortening
1 cup shortening = 1 cup butter
or
1 cup shortening = margarine
or
1 cup shortening = lard
*When using shortening in place of butter or margarine, add 1 tablespoon milk or water for each 1/2 cup shortening used. DO NOT substitute vegetable oil for shortening when recipe calls for melting the shortening
Sour Cream
1 cup sour cream = 1 cup plain yogurt
or
1 cup sour cream = 3/4 cup sour milk
Spinach
Spinach = Equal amount of Kangkong
or
Spinach = Equal amount of Talbos ng Sili
Sugar, brown
1 cup brown sugar = 3/4 cup granulated sugar + 1/4 cup molasses
Sugar, caster (superfine)
1 cup caster sugar = 1 cup granulated white sugar, processed in food processor until very fine
Sugar, granulated, white
1 cup sugar = 1 cup firmly packed brown sugar
or
1 cup sugar = 3/4 cup honey (reduce liquid in recipe by 1/4 cup)
or
1 cup sugar = 1/2 cup corn syrup or molasses (reduce liquid in recipe by 1/2 cup)
Sugar, light Brown
1 cup light brown sugar = 1/2 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar and 1/2 cup sugar (Slight flavor differences will occur)
or
1 cup light brown sugar = 1 cup granulated sugar plus 2 tablespoons molasses
Sugar, powdered Sugar
1 1/3 cups powdered sugar = 1 cup granulated sugar plus 1/8 teaspoon cornstarch processed in a food processor fitted with a metal blade
Tamarind Juice
Tamarind Juice = 5 parts tomato ketchup to one part vinegar
Contributed by: Evelyn Ong
Evelyn recommends using ketchup and vinegar instead of tamarind juice |
Tapioca
Tapioca, instant or quick-cooking, 1 tablespoon = 2 tablespoons pearl tapioca, soaked
Tapioca, instant or quick-cooking, 1 tablespoon = 1 1/2 tablespoons flour
Tarragon
Tarragon = equal amount of chervil
or
Tarragon = dash of fennel seed
or
Tarragon = dash of aniseed
Tomato Sauce
1 cup tomato sauce = 3/4 cup tomato paste plus 1 cup water
Thyme
Thyme = equal amount of basil
or
Thyme = equal amount of marjoram
or
Thyme = equal amount of oregano
Treacle
Treacle, 1 cup = 1 cup light or dark corn syrup
or
Treacle, 1 cup = 1 cup light molasses
Ubod ng Niyog
Ubod ng Niyog = Equal amount of singkamas
Contributed by: Vanessa Montejo
Vanessa Montejo says you can use singkamas instead of Ubod ng Niyog. She uses it in her recipe for fresh lumpia. |
Vanilla (Pure Extract)
Pure vanilla extract, 1 tsp = 1/2 of vanilla bean
or
Pure vanilla extract, 1 tsp = 1/2 - 1 teaspoon other extract (almond, orange, lemon, etc.)
Vanilla Extract
vanilla extract = equal amount of imitation vanilla flavoring
Or
vanilla extract = equal amount of other flavorings, such as almond, peppermint, rum or lemon (flavor differences will occur)
Vinegar, apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar = 1/4 cup white vinegar
Vinegar, white
1/4 cup white vinegar = 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
or
1/4 cup white vinegar = 1/3 cup lemon juice
Water Chestnut
Water Chestnuts = equal amount of singkamas
Wine
½ cup wine = 1/2 cup fruit juice
or
½ cup wine = 1/2 cup chicken broth (used for savory recipes)
Worcestershire Sauce
1 teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce = 1 teaspoon Fish Sauce (patis)
or
1 teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce = 1 teaspoon light soy sauce with salt
Contributed by: Marilyn Pascual
When Marilyn can’t find any worcestershire sauce she just uses some patis or soy sauce with salt as marinade. |
Yeast
Yeast, active dry, 1 envelope (1/4 ounce) = 1 scant tablespoon active dry yeast
or
Yeast, active dry, 1 envelope = 1 cake (3/5 ounce) fresh compressed yeast
or
Yeast, active dry, 1 envelope = 1 tablespoon fast-rising active yeast
or
Yeast, active dry, 1 envelope = 2 1/2 teaspoons quick rise or 2 teaspoons instant dry yeast
Compressed Yeast
Compressed yeast, 1 cake, (3/5 ounce) = 1 (1/4 ounce) envelope active dry yeast
or
Compressed yeast, 1 cake, (3/5 ounce) = 1 scant tablespoon active dry yeast
Yogurt, plain (not low fat)
1 cup plain yogurt = 1 cup sour cream
or
1 cup plain yogurt = 1 cup buttermilk
or
1 cup plain yogurt = 1 cup crème fraiche
or
1 cup plain yogurt = 1 cup heavy whipping cream (35%) plus 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Zucchini
Zucchini = equal amount of cucumber or eggplant
Healthful Substitutes to Traditional Ingredients
butter = same amount of canola, mild olive oil, prune puree or applesauce
1 oz or 30 g chocolate = 3 tablespoons cocoa
2 eggs = 1 egg + 2 whites or egg substitute
cream, whole milk = same amount of skimmed or lowfat (1%) milk
Cream Cheese = ½ part Lowfat ricotta + ½ part yogurt;
Sour cream = same amount of plain yogurt
Whipped cream, ice cream = Lowfat yogurt
1 cup whipped cream = 3 stiffly beaten egg whites