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Citrus, vinegar, wine and broth

Substitutes for broth

Broth gives soups, sauces and rice their savory base. Most broths swap for each other; watch the salt.

  1. In place of chicken, beef or bone broth

    Vegetable broth

    How much
    The same amount
    What changes
    Lighter and slightly sweeter. In beef dishes, a splash of soy sauce or Worcestershire adds back depth.
    Best in
    Soups, rice, stews, sauces.

    Vegan

  2. In place of vegetable or beef broth

    Chicken broth

    How much
    The same amount
    What changes
    Richer and more savory; not vegetarian.
    Best in
    Soups, rice, sauces.

  3. Bouillon cube, powder or paste + water

    How much
    Follow the label for the amount of liquid
    How
    Bouillon is saltier than most boxed broth: hold back the recipe's salt and taste at the end.
    What changes
    Close in flavor; a little saltier.
    Best in
    Soups, stews, rice.

  4. Water + extra seasoning

    How much
    The same amount, with ½ tsp salt per cup and extra garlic, onion or herbs
    What changes
    Flatter and lighter, but fine where other ingredients bring plenty of flavor.
    Best in
    Rice, beans, hearty soups.

    Vegan

  5. In place of low-sodium broth

    Regular broth

    How much
    The same amount; leave out the salt the recipe adds and taste at the end
    What changes
    The same dish once you adjust the salt.

Good to know

  • Some bouillon and broth contains wheat; check the label for gluten-free cooking.

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Ingredient guides: Chicken broth: pick, store and measure, Beef broth: pick, store and measure, Vegetable broth: pick, store and measure

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