15 Best Orzo Substitutes (Updated in 2023)

Beef broth is a relatively common ingredient that adds a flavor punch to any meal. Whether as a base for a stew or part of a marinade for a beef dish, beef broth is an important part of any recipe. Whether you find yourself without or you are looking for ways to make your dish gluten-free, vegetarian or vegan, we have several great alternatives for you.

Cayenne pepper is one of my favorite ways to add heat to a dish. However, if you find yourself without cayenne pepper or just want to change up the heat of a recipe, here are 10 great cayenne pepper substitutes.

Cayenne pepper a spice that works well in a wide variety of dishes and cuisines.  It’s especially prevalent in Mexican, Indian, and Asian cuisines. Cayenne is a versatile pepper that is used in powder form, fresh, or in a sauce.  This pepper has a bright red color that adds an earthy and spicy flavor to the dishes. 

Kashmiri chili powder has a vibrant red color and mild smoky flavor, making it a popular ingredient in many Northern Indian curries and stews. However, it is not as common in Western kitchens and not as readily available at local grocery stores. If you find yourself in the mood for tandoori chicken and don’t have time to make it to an Indian grocery store, we have 8 great alternatives for Kashmiri chili powder.

Kashmiri chili powder is a spice that comes from dried Kashmiri peppers, which are harvested in the Kashmir region of Northern India. The chiles and the powder are known for having a bright red color, and sweet smoky taste. It is also a relatively mild chili powder, especially in Indian cuisine, with a Scoville heat unit (SHU) range of 1,000 to 2,000. For comparison, this is less spicy than a mild jalapeño that has a SHU range of 2,500 to 8,000.

Guajillo chiles are an essential component in many Mexican dishes. However, they are not always the easiest to find. If you find yourself in need of but without Guajillo chiles, we have some great alternatives that may save the day, or at least the dish.

Guajillo chile is a dried version of the Mirasol chile and is commonly used in Mexican cuisine. It’s a medium-sized pepper, measuring about four to six inches, with a deep red color and a sweet, smoky taste.

Anaheim peppers are a popular pepper today and used in a variety of dishes. However, if you find yourself out and needing them to finish your recipe or if you just want to bring up or down the heat, we have 10 great substitutes for you.

Anaheim Peppers have a mild flavor, with a Scoville heat unit (SHU) rating of about 500 to 2,500. While mild as far as peppers go, they can still pack a bit of a punch with a spicier Anaheim having similar heat to a mild jalapeño. Typically measuring 6 to 10 inches long, they have a green color when unripe and turn red when fully ripe. However, their green unripened state is the most commonly used in cooking as they lose some of their sweetness when fully ripe.

Jalapeño peppers are among the most popular peppers around. I love using them to add texture and spice to a variety of dishes. Whether you find yourself in need of jalapeños to finish a recipe or if you just want to change the heat or flavor profile in a dish, here are some great alternatives.

Making sushi is a difficult task. It takes a lot of time, experience, and practice. As a result, when Kisaku Suzuki created the first sushi-making machine in the 1970s, it completely altered how sushi was produced commercially. A reliable and certified sushi machine helps make perfect rice rolls quickly, becoming more common in today’s sushi-selling …

Boston roll sushi recipe is very easy to learn. First, Boston rolls are loaded with creamy avocado, poached shrimp, and cucumber. Then they are rolled in nori sheets and sushi rice with the garnish of masago (Caplin Roe) or tobiko (Flying fish roe). What is Boston Roll? Origin: Not a fan of raw fish? Don’t …

Are you in the mood to order Japanese seafood? In case you get a recommendation from your friends: some will say to give a try to Sushi; others will say that tasting Sashimi is a must. Some friends use Sushi and Sashimi interchangeably for the same dish. Although many people think that Sashimi is a …

Whenever you are in a mood to taste Chinese Cuisine, then you always think of stir-fried vegetable rice or noodles, which translate into two most popular dishes, “Chow Mein and Chop Suey.” However, people who eat these dishes often wonder about the difference between Chow Mein and Chop Suey. If that’s what you are wondering …

The rich, juicy flavor and texture of any pasta are considered incomplete without a perfectly cooked spaghetti sauce. When it comes to nutritional value and taste, a homemade spaghetti sauce has little to no comparison with store-ready pasta sauce. If you want to ditch your store-bought sauce, then you are at a place where I …

Nothing tastes as yummier and creamier as an Alfredo Sauce. This luscious white sauce wins the heart of every cream lover. It’s relatively easy to make but a bit tricky to handle its texture. The real dilemma isn’t to make the sauce but to know how to thicken Alfredo sauce. Today, I will tell you …