Salt and spices
Substitutes for cumin
Cumin is warm and earthy, the backbone of chili, tacos and many curries.
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Ground coriander
- How much
- The same amount
- What changes
- Brighter and citrusy, less earthy.
- Best in
- Curries, soups, rubs.
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Chili powder
- How much
- Twice as much
- What changes
- Contains cumin, plus chile heat and garlic.
- Best in
- Chili, tacos, beans.
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Caraway seeds, ground
- How much
- Half as much
- What changes
- A related flavor, a bit sharper.
- Best in
- Stews, roasted vegetables.
Simmerbee recipes with cumin (45)
- Air Fryer Crispy Chickpeas
- Air-Fryer Falafel Patties
- Blackened Fish Tacos with Lime Slaw
- Chicken Enchiladas with Red Chile Sauce
- Chicken and Black Bean Quesadillas
- Classic Beef and Bean Chili
- Classic Seven-Layer Dip
- Classic Shakshuka
- Creamy Chickpea Coconut Curry with Spinach
- Creamy Salsa Verde Chicken Enchiladas
- Creamy White Chicken Chili
- Crispy Pan-Fried Falafel with Tahini Sauce
- Cumin Lime Roasted Carrots
- Everyday Red Lentil Dal
- Extra-Smooth Classic Hummus
- Five-Minute Blender Salsa
- Grilled Carne Asada for a Crowd
- Grilled Lamb Kofta with Garlic Yogurt Sauce
- Ground Beef Taco Salad
- Ground Beef Tacos with Homemade Seasoning
- Hearty Three-Bean Vegetarian Chili
- Jack-o'-Lantern Stuffed Peppers
- Lemony Vegetable Lentil Soup
- Oven-Braised Crispy Pork Carnitas
- Pressure Cooker Butter Chicken
- Pressure Cooker Pulled Pork
- Roasted Red Pepper Hummus
- Roasted Sweet Potato and Black Bean Tacos
- Sheet Pan Veggie Quesadillas for a Crowd
- Sheet-Pan Chicken Fajitas
On those recipes, tap Swaps next to the ingredient for the short version.
More salt and spices swaps
SaltPaprikaCayenne pepperRed pepper flakesChili powderItalian seasoningGaram masalaCinnamonNutmeg
Ingredient guide: Cumin: pick, store and measure