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)

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)

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)

Marjoram(1:1)

Marjoram

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

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

Marjoram(1:1)

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)

Marjoram(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

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)

Star Anise

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

Anise Seeds(1:1)

Fennel Seeds(1:1)