Substitutes

Kecap Manis, also known as sweet soy sauce, is (you guessed it) a dark, sweetened soy sauce. It is incredibly popular in Indonesia, and it …

Accent seasoning has been dividing the culinary world for decades – some people swear by it; other people try to avoid it as much as …

Cane vinegar is one of the staples of Philippine cuisine, but it is also an immensely popular ingredient in Southeast Asian cuisine. It is a …

If you enjoy emulsified sausages, there’s no doubt that mortadella is a must on your grocery shopping list. This meat delicacy comes from Italy – …

If you’re not a fan of heat and you prefer milder, sweeter peppers, you’re probably a fan of cubanelle peppers. While they can sometimes surprise …

Doubanjiang, commonly Chinese chili bean paste, Toban Djan, or simply chili bean sauce. It is, without a doubt, one of the staples of Chinese cuisine. …

Butter extract is essentially a great way of adding that butter richness and flavor without actually having to use butter. It is a great alternative …

Many people tend to confuse two completely different cuts of pork meat: pork shoulder and pork butt. Contrary to what many would believe, what is …

Lingonberry is a tiny, round-ish red fruit typical from Northern European countries. It was used in the kitchen to bring out the flavor in both …

Pearl onions, also known as baby onions, usually come in a dried form, and they have numerous uses in the kitchen. While the attribute pearl …