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Maybe it’s the first time you hear about Chinese black vinegar, maybe you use it every day. So, what is Chinese black vinegar? Let’s get the answer to this question as well as discuss some possible chinese black vinegar substitutes in this post.  What is Chinese black vinegar? Chinese black vinegar, known as Chinkiang or … Read more

Kewpie mayonnaise is an egg yolk type mayonnaise made of egg yolks instead of whole eggs. It has a rich and very distinctive flavor thanks to its technique of preparation.  It also has a golden yellow color since its main ingredient is egg yolk. The texture is custardy and kind of fatty. In a word, … Read more

Golden syrup is a thick, smooth, honey-like syrup made of cane sugar. It has a buttery and light caramel flavor and is used as a natural sweetener for baked goods, drinks and desserts.  You can buy canned golden syrup from grocery stores but if you are looking for golden syrup substitutes then stay with us.  … Read more

Spring onions, similar to green onions, are a member of the onion and garlic family and therefore taste oniony, fresh and slightly sweet. Both the bulb and the leaves are edible but the leaves come with a stronger flavor.  Spring onion is used in salads, soups, dumplings, dips, marinades, sauces, stir-fries and stuffing. This is … Read more

Orzo is a thin, rice-shaped pasta made of semolina flour which belongs to durum wheat and is not gluten-free. Compared to regular pasta, orzo has the ability to maintain its shape in long-cooked dishes including soups and casseroles.  Orzo has its special place in Italian cuisine. It’s used in cooked dishes, salads and soups. If … Read more

The traditional recipe of pumpkin pie calls for evaporated milk as one of the essential ingredients. However, many people look for vegan friendly recipes for this pie.  If you are among them then check some of the best substitutes for evaporated milk in pumpkin pie. We also share non-vegan options, in case you have run … Read more

You can either buy or make vegetable broth and in any case it’s the water boiled with vegetables like onion, celery, carrot, garlic, tomato paste, potato and any other vegetable you want to add into it.  It is used for soups, sauces, pilafs, dumplings, casseroles, stuffing and many more. Vegetable broth is a nutritious and … Read more

Sweet chili sauce is one of the most popular condiments in Thai cuisine. Its main ingredient is red chili but additional ingredients such as rice wine vinegar, garlic, fish sauce, and a sweetener like fruit, refined sugar or honey make it taste sweet, sour and spicy at the same time.  Sweet chili sauce is basically … Read more

Sun-dried tomatoes are tomatoes preferably dehydrated under the direct rays of the sun. Thanks to this dehydrating technique they keep their aroma, tart acidity with some sweetness and chewy texture as well as vitamins and beneficial properties.  While it’s the best way to dehydrate tomatoes, you can also dehydrate them in the oven or dehydrator … Read more

Turmeric is a spice coming from the ginger family. It is native to southern India and Indonesia and has gained popularity in many cuisines. It is used in stews, soups, curries, pickllings, vegetable and rice dishes, smoothies, juices and hot drinks.  It has a bright orange color which reflects on the dish. It is often … Read more