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Best Substitutes for Wine (in cooking) — What to Use Instead

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Broth + Vinegar: 1 cup broth + 1 tbsp vinegar — Best non-alcohol substitute for deglazing and sauces.

Grape Juice + Vinegar: 3/4 cup grape juice + 1/4 cup vinegar — For red wine substitute. Good for sauces.

Overview

Top substitute for wine (in cooking): Broth + Vinegar (1 cup broth + 1 tbsp vinegar). Best non-alcohol substitute for deglazing and sauces. Plus 3 more alternatives.

Key Details

  • Broth + Vinegar: 1 cup broth + 1 tbsp vinegar — Best non-alcohol substitute for deglazing and sauces.
  • Grape Juice + Vinegar: 3/4 cup grape juice + 1/4 cup vinegar — For red wine substitute. Good for sauces.
  • Apple Cider Vinegar + Broth: 1 tbsp ACV + 1 cup broth — For white wine substitute.
  • Cooking Wine: 1:1 — Available in grocery stores. Contains salt — adjust recipe.

Why This Matters

  • Wine (in cooking) is a common ingredient that may need substituting
  • Dietary restrictions (vegan, dairy-free, gluten-free) may require alternatives
  • Sometimes you simply run out of an ingredient mid-recipe
  • Allergies or intolerances may necessitate a swap

How To

  1. 1Best overall substitute: Broth + Vinegar at 1 cup broth + 1 tbsp vinegar
  2. 2Consider the role of the ingredient (flavor, texture, binding, leavening)
  3. 3Test substitutes in small batches first
  4. 4Adjust other ingredients as noted for best results
  5. 5Some substitutes work better in certain recipes than others

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Frequently Asked Questions

The best substitute for wine (in cooking) is Broth + Vinegar at 1 cup broth + 1 tbsp vinegar. Best non-alcohol substitute for deglazing and sauces.