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Lemon Juice
10.01 tbsp : 1 tbsp
Closest citrus juice swap; slightly less bitter, use 1:1 in marinades, dressings, and cocktails
10.0
lime juice substitutes
5 substitutes · avg score 8.5 · Lime juice is a tart, aromatic green citrus juice pressed from fresh limes, sharper and more floral than lemon. Essential in cocktails, ceviches, marinades, Mexican and Southeast Asian cooking, and key for balancing rich and spicy dishes.
quick swaps (averaged across uses)
02
Lemons
10.01 tbsp : 1 tbsp
Squeeze one lemon for about 3 tbsp juice; slightly less bitter and more sour than lime
10.0
03
Limes
10.01 tbsp : 2 tbsp
Squeeze one lime for 2 tbsp juice; fresher flavor than bottled, add zest for extra punch
10.0
04
Red Wine Vinegar
6.71 tbsp : 1 tbsp
Use 1:1 in marinades and dressings; adds fruity depth but lacks citrus brightness
6.7
05
Tamarinds
6.01:1
Sour-sweet fruit pulp; dissolve in warm water, adds fruity depth to curries and dressings
6.0