yeast extract spread substitutes

3 substitutes · avg score 10.0 · Thick, dark brown, intensely savory spread made from the concentrated cell contents of brewer's yeast, with a pungent, salty, umami flavor. Spread thinly on buttered toast as a British, Australian, and New Zealand breakfast staple, or used to boost savory flavor in stocks and stews.

quick swaps (averaged across uses)

01

Chicken Broth

10.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Light savory broth; dissolve 1 tsp yeast extract in 1 cup hot water for concentrated umami

02

Nutritional Yeast

10.0
1 tbsp : 1/2 tbsp

Mild cheesy flakes; sprinkle 1 tbsp for umami, less concentrated than yeast extract spread

03

Fish Sauce

10.0
1 tbsp : 1/2 tbsp

Pungent fishy umami; use 1 tsp fish sauce per tsp yeast extract, saltier so adjust

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