01
Onions
10.03/4 cup : 1 cup
Stronger, use less and mince fine
10.0
shallots substitutes
6 substitutes · avg score 6.4 · Small, elongated bulbs in the onion family, with a mild, sweet, garlicky onion flavor and fine texture. Used minced raw in vinaigrettes and salsas, or sauteed as a refined base for French sauces, pan sauces, and delicate dishes.
quick swaps (averaged across uses)
02
Garlic Powder
10.01 tbsp : 1 tbsp
Minced, milder than garlic with sweet note
10.0
03
Leeks
6.71 1/2 cup : 1 cup
Milder, use white part only
6.7
04
Chives
5.01 tbsp : 1/4 tbsp
Minced raw, much stronger so use less
5.0
05
Garlic
3.31 clove : 1 clove
Milder and sweeter than onion; mince one clove per shallot for sauces, dressings, and pan sauces
3.3
06
Onion Powder
3.31 tbsp : 1 tbsp
Dissolve 1/2 tsp per shallot in liquid; adds onion flavor without texture, best in marinades and dry rubs
3.3