Complete Spice Substitution Guide

Cinnamon + Nutmeg + Cloves(1:1:1)

Allspice

Warm, aromatic spice with flavors of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, used in cooking and baking

Pumpkin Pie Spice(1:1)

Cinnamon + Nutmeg(1/2 tsp cinnamon + 1/4 tsp nutmeg)

Cardamom

Aromatic spice with citrusy, floral notes used in sweet and savory dishes

Cinnamon

Sweet, warm spice made from tree bark, commonly used in baking

Nutmeg(1:1)

Cinnamon + Sugar(1:1 + 1 tsp sugar per tbsp)

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Cinnamon Sugar

Sweet spice blend of cinnamon and sugar, used in baking and desserts

Pumpkin Pie Spice(1:1)

Cloves

Aromatic spice with warm, sweet flavor and pungent aroma, used in cooking and baking

Nutmeg(1:1)

Ground Ginger(1 tbsp fresh = 1 tsp ground)

Fresh Ginger

Fresh ginger root with warm, spicy flavor and crisp texture, used in cooking and as a seasoning

Ginger Paste(1:1)

Cumin + Coriander + Cardamom + Cinnamon(1/2 tsp cumin + 1/2 tsp coriander + 1/4 tsp cardamom + 1/4 tsp cinnamon)

Garam Masala

Warm spice blend used in Indian cooking

Curry Powder(1:1)

Fresh Ginger(1:1 (grated))

Ginger Juice

Fresh juice extracted from ginger root with spicy, pungent flavor, used in cooking and beverages

Ginger Powder(1:1)

Ginger Paste

Concentrated paste made from fresh ginger, used for convenience in cooking and baking

Fresh Ginger(1:1)

Ground Ginger(1:1)

Ground Ginger(1/4 tsp ground = 1 inch fresh)

Ginger

Aromatic root with spicy, warm flavor used in many cuisines

Ginger Paste(1:1)

Ginger Juice + Simple Syrup(1:1 + 1/2 cup simple syrup per cup)

Ginger Syrup

Sweet syrup made from ginger with spicy, sweet flavor, used in cocktails and beverages

Ginger Ale(1:1)

Green Cardamom

Aromatic spice with sweet, floral flavor, used in Indian and Middle Eastern cooking

Black Cardamom(1:1)

Cinnamon(1:1)

Whole Cardamom Pods(6-8 pods = 1 tsp ground)

Ground Cardamom

Ground spice from cardamom pods with warm, citrusy, and slightly sweet flavor

Cinnamon(1:1)

Fresh Ginger(1 tsp ground = 1 tbsp fresh)

Ground Ginger

Ground spice made from dried ginger root with warm, spicy flavor, used in cooking and baking

Ginger Paste(1:1)

Nutmeg

Warm, sweet spice with nutty flavor, used in baking and cooking

Mace(1:1)

Whole Allspice

Whole spice berries with warm, aromatic flavor combining cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, used in cooking and baking

Ground Allspice(1:1)

Cinnamon(1:1)

Herbs

Andouille Sausage

Spicy, smoked sausage from Louisiana, used in Cajun and Creole cooking

Kielbasa(1:1)

Chorizo(1:1)

Basil

Aromatic herb with sweet, peppery flavor, used in Mediterranean and Italian cooking

Oregano(1:1)

Chinese Sausage

Sweet, savory sausage commonly used in Chinese cooking, made with pork and seasonings

Chorizo(1:1)

Kielbasa(1:1)

Cilantro Root

Root of the cilantro plant with intense, earthy flavor, used in Thai and Southeast Asian cooking

Cilantro Stems(1:1)

Galangal(1:1)

Fresh Parsley(1 tsp dried = 1 tbsp fresh)

Cilantro

Fresh herb with citrusy, pungent flavor used in cooking and as a garnish

Parsley(1:1)

Chives(1:1)

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Dried Parsley

Dehydrated parsley herb with concentrated, grassy flavor, used in cooking and as a seasoning

Cilantro(1:1)

Fresh Oregano

Aromatic herb with pungent, slightly bitter flavor, used in cooking and seasoning

Dried Oregano(1:3)

Italian Sausage

Spiced pork sausage with rich, savory flavor and tender texture

Chorizo(1:1)

Bratwurst(1:1)

Marjoram

Sweet, aromatic herb with mild flavor, used in Mediterranean and European cooking

Oregano(1:1)

Mexican Oregano

Aromatic herb with citrusy, slightly bitter flavor, essential in Mexican and Latin American cuisine

Regular Oregano(1:1)

Oregano Seasoning

Herb blend with oregano as the primary ingredient, used in Mediterranean cooking and seasoning

Dried Oregano(1:1)

Italian Seasoning(1:1)

Oregano

Aromatic herb with earthy, slightly bitter flavor, used in Mediterranean and Mexican cooking

Parsley

Fresh herb with mild, grassy flavor used as a garnish and in cooking

Cilantro(1:1)

Chives(1:1)

Sage

Aromatic herb with soft, velvety leaves and earthy, slightly bitter flavor, used in cooking and as a garnish

Rosemary(1:1)

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Tarragon

Aromatic herb with anise-like flavor, used in French cooking and seasoning

Fennel Fronds(1:1)

Dill(1:1)

Thai Basil

Aromatic herb with licorice-like flavor, used in Thai and Southeast Asian cooking

Regular Basil(1:1)

Mint(1:1)

Thyme

Aromatic herb with small, delicate leaves and earthy, slightly minty flavor, used in cooking and as a garnish

Oregano(1:1)

Hot Spices

Aleppo Pepper

Dried pepper from Syria with a mild, fruity heat and smoky flavor, used in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cooking

Crushed Red Pepper(1:1)

Ancho Chili Powder

Mild, smoky spice powder made from dried ancho chilies, used in Mexican cooking

Chipotle Powder(1:1)

Cayenne Pepper

Hot red pepper powder with intense heat and spicy flavor, used in cooking and as a seasoning

Red Pepper Flakes(1:1)

Chili Powder(1:1)

Cayenne Pepper + Cumin(1:1 + 1/2 tsp cumin per tsp)

Chili Powder

Spice blend made from ground chili peppers and other spices, used in cooking and seasoning

Paprika + Cayenne(1:1 + 1/4 tsp cayenne per tsp)

Gochugaru Flakes

Korean red pepper flakes with mild to medium heat and smoky flavor, used in cooking and as a seasoning

Red Pepper Flakes(1:1)

Gochugaru

Korean red pepper flakes with mild heat and sweet flavor, used in Korean cooking

Red Pepper Flakes(1:1)

Guajillo Chili Powder

Mild to medium heat chili powder made from dried guajillo peppers, used in Mexican cooking

Ancho Chili Powder(1:1)

Chipotle Powder(1:1)

Paprika + Cayenne Pepper(3:1 (3 parts paprika to 1 part cayenne))

Kashmiri Chili Powder

Mild, vibrant red chili powder from Kashmir region, known for its deep red color and mild heat, essential in Indian and South Asian cooking

Mild Red Chili Powder(1:1)

Cayenne Pepper(1:2 (use half the amount))

Korean Chili Powder

Ground red chili peppers with moderate heat and smoky, slightly sweet flavor, commonly used in Korean cuisine

Gochugaru(1:1)

Paprika

Ground red pepper spice with sweet, mild flavor, used in cooking and seasoning

Cayenne Pepper(1:1)

Chili Powder(1:1)

Regular Paprika + Liquid Smoke(1:1 + 1/4 tsp liquid smoke per tbsp)

Smoked Paprika

Paprika that has been smoked over oak fires, used in Spanish and Hungarian cooking

Chipotle Powder(1:1)

Spanish Paprika

Smoky, sweet spice powder made from Spanish peppers, used in Spanish cooking

Smoked Paprika(1:1)

Regular Paprika(1:1)

Sweet Paprika

Mild, sweet paprika with vibrant red color, used in cooking and seasoning

Regular Paprika(1:1)

Smoked Paprika(1:1)

Aromatic Spices

Anise

Aromatic spice with a sweet, licorice-like flavor, commonly used in baking and cooking

Fennel Seeds(1:1)

Star Anise(1/2:1)

Coriander Seasoning

Seasoning blend containing coriander and other spices, used to add flavor to dishes

Ground Coriander(1:1)

Garam Masala(1:1)

Cilantro (Fresh)(1 tbsp fresh = 1 tsp ground)

Coriander

Fresh herb with citrusy, slightly soapy flavor used in many cuisines

Parsley + Lemon Zest(1 tbsp parsley + 1/2 tsp lemon zest)

Cumin Seeds (Ground)(1:1)

Cumin Powder

Find the best alternatives to ground cumin for Mexican, Indian, and Middle Eastern cooking

Coriander + Chili Powder(1/2 tsp coriander + 1/2 tsp chili powder)

Ground Cumin(1 tsp cumin seeds = 1 tsp ground cumin)

Cumin Seeds

Whole seeds from the cumin plant, with warm, earthy, and slightly bitter flavor

Coriander Seeds(1:1)

Cumin

Warm, earthy spice with nutty flavor, used in cooking and seasoning

Ground Coriander(1:1)

Caraway Seeds(1:1)

Fennel Seeds

Aromatic seeds with licorice-like flavor, used in cooking, baking, and spice blends

Anise Seeds(1:1)

Caraway Seeds(1:1)

Coriander Seeds(1:1 (ground))

Ground Coriander

Ground seeds of the coriander plant with citrusy, earthy flavor, used in cooking and baking

Cumin(1:1)

Cumin Seeds(1 tsp ground cumin = 1 tsp cumin seeds)

Ground Cumin

Ground spice made from cumin seeds, with warm, earthy, and slightly bitter flavor

Coriander(1:1)

Ground Fennel

Ground spice made from fennel seeds with warm, slightly sweet flavor and aromatic qualities

Fennel Seeds(1:1)

Anise Seeds(1:1)

Star Anise

Star-shaped spice with licorice flavor, used in Chinese and Vietnamese cooking

Anise Seeds(1:1)

Fennel Seeds(1:1)