422 substitute recipes

Pickled nasturtium seeds brined in salt water, layered with tarragon and horseradish, then preserved in spiced white wine vinegar. A peppery homemade caper substitute.

Traditional homemade seitan from whole wheat flour, washed to develop pure gluten and simmered in tamari, ginger and kombu stock. Classic plant-based meat substitute from scratch.

Homemade cream of whatever soup mix made with powdered skim milk, cornstarch, chicken broth granules, and herbs. A pantry-ready substitute for canned cream soups.

Pickled nasturtium seeds: the frugal gardener's homemade caper substitute, brined in spiced white wine vinegar with shallots, tarragon, and horseradish. Peppery, briny, and completely free.

A copycat Baker's Square French silk pie with a velvety chocolate filling made from instant pudding, buttermilk, and Cool Whip set with gelatin. No-bake, no stress, all silk.

Valencian red beans and rice simmered with bell peppers, fresh tomatoes, pimento-stuffed olives, allspice, and cilantro. A one-pot Spanish-Caribbean side with warm, savory depth.

Pressure cooker quinoa cooked in vegetable stock for a fluffy, flavorful grain in just 2 minutes of pressure time. A fast rice substitute with tender yet crunchy texture.

Pureed dates blended with water and vanilla extract into a thick, caramel-like paste. A natural sugar substitute for baking, smoothies, and oatmeal in 5 minutes.

Homemade onion seasoning mix with dried onion flakes, beef bouillon, onion powder, and seasoned salt. A from-scratch substitute for store-bought onion soup mix packets.

Fat-free apple oat muffins using pureed prunes as a fat substitute, egg whites instead of whole eggs, and maple syrup for sweetness. Just 90 calories each.

Tofu ricotta cheese substitute made with firm tofu, lemon juice, basil, garlic, and vegetable oil. A dairy-free vegan filling for lasagna, stuffed shells, and baked pasta.

Classic chocolate chip cookies with butter-flavored Crisco, brown sugar, and walnuts. Crispy edges and chewy centers in 30 minutes. Makes 3 dozen cookies perfect for any occasion.

Mango flummery is a chilled fruit dessert made with pureed mangos, orange juice, and tapioca. Silky, egg-free, and naturally tropical with a soft pudding-like set.

Low-fat lemon meringue pie with a graham cracker crust, fluffy lemon filling sweetened with sugar substitute, and a lightly broiled meringue top. A diabetic-friendly take on the classic.

Nutritional yeast Parmesan: a 3-ingredient vegan cheese substitute made from nutritional yeast, sesame seeds, and salt. The dairy-free swap that nails the savory umami of real Parmesan.

Crispy broiled chicken double-dredges pounded chicken breast in egg white and garlic-rosemary breadcrumbs, then broils 10 minutes for a low-fat fried chicken substitute that still crackles.