Chipotle chili flakes are a convenient way to use chipotle chilies without the hassle of grinding them yourself. The big problem is that you might have a hard time finding this spice outside of a Mexican grocery store. If that's the case, give one of the chipotle chili flakes substitutes below a … [Read more...]
What’s A Good Nam Prik Pao Substitute?
Nam prik pao is sometimes called Thai chili jam and is a spicy, savory condiment traditionally served with fresh vegetables. You will need it to get that authentic taste in many Thai-style recipes for soups and stir-fried dishes, but it is not yet a common ingredient in the West. If you cannot find … [Read more...]
What’s A Good Hot Paprika Substitute?
Hot paprika can be either hot Hungarian paprika or hot smoked paprika from Spain. The Spanish and Hungarian versions are interchangeable, but you will not have an easy time finding either of them in the average American grocery store. In other words, you will probably have to seek out a substitute. … [Read more...]
What’s A Good Shichimi Togarashi Substitute?
Japanese cuisine and spicy aren’t often a pairing that go together, but there are some exceptions. One is shichimi togarashi seasoning. The popular Japanese spice mix, also known as Japanese seven-spice seasoning, is popular for everything from Asian soups and tempura to noodles and grilled … [Read more...]
What’s A Good Gochugaru Substitute?
If you’ve delved into Korean cooking, it’s likely the case you’ve come across gochugaru as an ingredient for an authentic Korean recipe. Gochugaru may be available at a specialty market, but oftentimes you’ll need to think outside the box to come up with an alternative. The good news: while … [Read more...]
What’s A Good Tabasco Substitute?
While Tabasco hot sauce is a supermarket staple, there are times when you need an alternative. What other hot sauces can you use that have a similar vinegary tang? What’s a good Tabasco substitute in a pinch for cooking if you don’t have a bottle of any hot sauce handy? And where can you turn if you … [Read more...]
What’s A Good Jerk Seasoning Substitute?
The famous Jamaican jerk seasoning can turn many a cut of meat and Caribbean meal into something exotic, flavorful, and no doubt spicy. Though, while it's easy to find at most grocery stores, it’s not for most people a seasoning that’s a no-brainer for the basic spice rack essentials. So where do … [Read more...]
What’s A Good Chaat Masala Substitute?
Chaat masala is one unique seasoning. A staple of Indian cuisine, it delivers a complex mix of tart, salty, and spicy all rolled into one. So how do you make do if you have none in your cupboard and a recipe calling for this delicious spice mix? What’s a good chaat masala substitute to get you by? … [Read more...]
What’s A Good Adobo Seasoning Substitute?
Adobo seasoning is a delicious spice mix that provides a little earthy sizzle to everything from soups to steaks. But it may not be something you have readily stocked in your pantry, so where do you turn when your recipe calls for it? What’s a good adobo seasoning substitute that you can use … [Read more...]
What’s A Good Sweet Chili Sauce Substitute?
From sweetening fiery Asian cuisine to firing up delicious desserts, sweet chili sauce has found growing use in the kithen. It’s typically easy to find at your local grocer (look in the international section), but if you need a quick substitute, you do have some options. Though, none (except making … [Read more...]
