3 Interesting Cooking Substitutes to Try in Your Kitchen

by Anne B. Robinson
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Cooking is all about experimentation and creativity, and sometimes, that means having to think outside the box when it comes to ingredients. Whether you’re trying to make a recipe vegan, gluten-free, or simply want to add some variety to your meals, there are plenty of interesting cooking substitutes that can help you achieve your culinary goals.

Here are three interesting cooking substitutes that are worth trying in your kitchen:

Aquafaba

Aquafaba is one of the relatively-undiscussed, highly interesting cooking substitutes. Aquafaba is the liquid from a can of chickpeas and it’s an excellent substitute for eggs in many recipes. Whether you’re making meringues, macarons, or even mayonnaise, aquafaba can help you achieve a similar texture and consistency as eggs without the use of animal products.

To use aquafaba as a substitute for eggs, simply measure out the same amount of aquafaba as you would egg and use it in place of the eggs in your recipe. You may need to adjust the amount of liquid in your recipe depending on the thickness of the aquafaba.

Cauliflower Rice

Cauliflower rice is a great substitute for regular rice and it’s an easy way to add more vegetables to your diet. To make cauliflower rice, start by grating a head of cauliflower using the large holes on a box grater or by pulsing it in a food processor until it’s the size of rice grains. Then, heat up a pan over medium-high heat and add some oil. Once the oil is hot, add in the grated cauliflower and stir to coat evenly.

Cook the cauliflower until it’s tender – being careful not to burn it – and then season it with salt, pepper and your choice of herbs and spices. Cauliflower rice is a versatile ingredient and it can be used in a variety of dishes from stir-fries to curries to grain bowls.

Zucchini Noodles

Zucchini noodles, or “zoodles,” are a popular substitute for pasta and an easy way to add more vegetables to your meals.

To make zucchini noodles, start by using a spiralizer, julienne peeler, or mandoline to slice the zucchini into long, thin strands. Then, heat up a pan over medium-high heat and add some oil. Once the oil is hot, add in the zucchini noodles and stir to coat them evenly. Cook the noodles until they’re tender but still crisp and then season them with salt, pepper, and your favorite herbs and spices or sauce.

Zucchini noodles are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional pasta and they can be used in a variety of dishes from pesto to tomato sauce to stir-fries.

In conclusion

Cooking substitutes can be a great way to add variety and creativity to your meals. From aquafaba to cauliflower rice to zucchini noodles, there are plenty of interesting and delicious ingredients that can help you achieve your culinary goals. Whether you’re trying to make a recipe vegan, gluten-free, or simply want to add more vegetables to your diet, these cooking substitutes are worth trying in your kitchen.

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