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Best Substitutes for Worcestershire Sauce — What to Use Instead

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Soy Sauce + Apple Cider Vinegar: 1 tbsp soy sauce + 1/2 tbsp ACV — Quick vegan version. Add pinch of sugar.

Coconut Aminos: 1:1 — Soy-free alternative. Slightly sweet.

Overview

Top substitute for worcestershire sauce: Soy Sauce + Apple Cider Vinegar (1 tbsp soy sauce + 1/2 tbsp ACV). Quick vegan version. Add pinch of sugar. Plus 3 more alternatives.

Key Details

  • Soy Sauce + Apple Cider Vinegar: 1 tbsp soy sauce + 1/2 tbsp ACV — Quick vegan version. Add pinch of sugar.
  • Coconut Aminos: 1:1 — Soy-free alternative. Slightly sweet.
  • Balsamic Vinegar: 1:1 — Different flavor but similar depth. Slightly sweet.
  • Vegan Worcestershire: 1:1 — Annie's and other brands make vegan versions.

Why This Matters

  • Worcestershire Sauce 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: Soy Sauce + Apple Cider Vinegar at 1 tbsp soy sauce + 1/2 tbsp ACV
  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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The best substitute for worcestershire sauce is Soy Sauce + Apple Cider Vinegar at 1 tbsp soy sauce + 1/2 tbsp ACV. Quick vegan version. Add pinch of sugar.