Browse 21 spices ingredients and their substitutes.
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Single spice that tastes like a blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Used in Caribbean, Middle Eastern, and baking.
3 substitutesThe world's most used spice, adding sharp heat and depth to virtually all savory dishes.
4 substitutesFragrant, citrusy-sweet spice used in chai, Scandinavian baking, Indian desserts, and Middle Eastern coffee.
3 substitutesHot red chili powder used to add heat to dishes, sauces, and spice rubs.
4 substitutesBlend of dried chilis, cumin, garlic, and other spices used in Mexican and Tex-Mex cooking.
4 substitutesBlend of star anise, cloves, cinnamon, Sichuan pepper, and fennel used in Chinese and Vietnamese cooking.
3 substitutesWarm, sweet spice used in baking, breakfast dishes, and savory Middle Eastern and Indian recipes.
4 substitutesIntensely aromatic spice used in baking, mulled drinks, spice blends, and savory dishes.
3 substitutesWarm, citrusy spice from cilantro seeds used in curries, spice rubs, and Middle Eastern cooking.
3 substitutesWarm, earthy spice essential in Mexican, Indian, Middle Eastern, and North African cuisines.
4 substitutesSpice blend with turmeric, cumin, coriander, and chili used in Indian and Southeast Asian dishes.
3 substitutesLicorice-flavored seeds used in Italian sausage, bread, soups, and Indian cooking.
3 substitutesAromatic Indian spice blend used in curries, rice dishes, and as a finishing spice.
3 substitutesWarm, peppery, slightly sweet spice or root used in baking, Asian cooking, and beverages.
4 substitutesPungent seeds used in pickles, Indian cooking, and as a spice base for curries and tempering.
3 substitutesWarm, slightly sweet spice used in baking, cream sauces, eggnog, and savory dishes like béchamel.
4 substitutesGround red pepper with mild to moderate heat, used for color, flavor, and as a spice rub.
4 substitutesThe world's most expensive spice, adding golden color and floral flavor to paella, risotto, and bouillabaisse.
3 substitutesPaprika dried over oak wood, giving a distinctive smoky-sweet flavor to meats, stews, and dips.
3 substitutesStar-shaped spice with intense licorice flavor used in Chinese five-spice, pho, mulled wine, and braised meats.
3 substitutesBright yellow spice with earthy, slightly bitter flavor used in curries, rice, and health drinks.
4 substitutes