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Apple Cider Vinegar
10.0best for cookies1 tbsp : 2 tbsp
Fresh citrus acidity, use more as it's milder
10.0
lemons substitute
in cookies.
Lemons add bright citrus flavor to cookies through both zest and juice. The sub should provide similar aroma and acidity.
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02
Red Wine Vinegar
10.0best for cookies1 tbsp : 1 tbsp
Fresh citrus acidity, good in dressings
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03
Limes
10.0best for cookies1:1
Closest citrus swap, slightly less tart
10.0
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04
Grapefruit
10.01 1/2:1
Less acidic, use 1.5x juice; adds bitterness
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05
Tangerines
10.01 whole : 1 whole
Sweeter and less acidic; use zest and juice when you want bright citrus without sourness
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06
Kumquats
10.03 whole : 1 whole
Use 3 whole kumquats per lemon; tart rind and sweet flesh work in marmalades and glazes
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07
Tamarinds
10.01 tbsp : 1 tbsp
Sour-sweet and fruity; use pulp in dressings and curries where lemon provides acid
10.0
08
Oranges
8.01:1
More tart, add a pinch of sugar to balance
8.0
09
Lemon Juice
7.52 tbsp : 1 tbsp
Juice one lemon for about 3 tbsp fresh juice; brighter than bottled, remove seeds
7.5
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Lime Juice
7.51 tbsp : 1 tbsp
Equal swap for cooking and marinades; slightly sharper with more bitterness
7.5