01
Nutritional Yeast
10.0best for pasta1 tbsp : 1/2 tbsp
Umami-rich; saltier, use less and dilute
10.0
miso substitute
in pasta.
Miso stirred into pasta sauce adds a salty, fermented depth that enhances tomato or cream bases. The sub should dissolve smoothly.
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02
Anchovy Paste
10.0best for pasta1 tsp : 1 tsp
Vegan umami, slightly sweet
10.0
03
Curry Paste
10.0best for pasta1 tbsp : 1 tbsp
Fermented base, add curry spices
10.0
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04
Gochujang
10.01 tbsp : 1 tbsp
Mix with cayenne and honey for similar paste
10.0
05
Soy Sauce
6.71 tbsp : 1 tbsp
Liquid form; similar salty umami character
6.7
06
Worcestershire Sauce
6.71 tbsp : 1 tbsp
Adds umami depth, thinner consistency
6.7
07
Parmesan
6.71 tbsp : 1 tbsp
Grate finely for umami in dressings/soups
6.7
08
Chicken Broth
6.71 cup : 1 cup
Light broth; dissolve 1 tbsp white miso in 1 cup water, add mushroom for body
6.7
09
Beef Broth
6.71 cup : 1 cup
Rich meaty broth; dissolve 1 tbsp red miso in 1 cup water for similar savory depth
6.7
10
Hoisin Sauce
5.01 tbsp : 1 tbsp
Mix with honey and sesame oil for similar depth
5.0
11
Vegetable Broth Soup
5.04 tbsp : 1 tbsp
Dissolve in water for umami-rich broth
5.0
12
Oyster Sauce
5.01 tbsp : 1/2 tbsp
Dark miso thinned with soy sauce and sugar
5.0
13
Tahini
3.31 tbsp : 1 tbsp
Similar paste texture; earthy but not fermented
3.3
14
Fish Sauce
3.31/2 tbsp : 1 tbsp
Concentrated umami; use sparingly, very pungent
3.3
15
Salt
3.31/4 tsp : 1 tsp
Adds salt plus deep umami flavor
3.3
16
Onion Powder
3.31 tsp : 1/2 tsp
Sweet onion note; use 1/4 tsp with 1 tsp soy sauce to approximate miso umami
3.3
17
Garlic Powder
3.31 tsp : 1/2 tsp
Mild garlic warmth; use 1/4 tsp with 1 tsp soy sauce to mimic miso's savory depth
3.3