curry paste substitutes

7 substitutes · avg score 10.0

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quick swaps (averaged across uses)

01

Gochujang

10.0
1 tbsp : 1 tbsp

Spicy fermented paste, add curry powder

02

Harissa

10.0
1 tbsp : 1 tbsp

Chili paste, add cumin and coriander

03

Miso

10.0
1 tbsp : 1 tbsp

Fermented base, add curry spices

04

Turmeric

10.0
1 tsp : 1 tsp

Earthy root spice; adds color but lacks curry paste's heat and complexity, use in dry rubs

05

Chili Powder

10.0
1 tsp : 1 tsp

Warm chili-cumin blend; drier and less complex than curry paste, add oil and garlic to make paste

06

Cumin

10.0
1 tsp : 1/2 tsp

Earthy single spice; lacks curry paste's chili heat and aromatics, add ginger and chili

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