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What can I substitute for Cardamom?

The most common substitute: Cinnamon + nutmeg, 1/2 tsp cinnamon + a pinch of nutmeg per 1 tsp cardamom — Similar warm flavor.

What Cardamom does in the dish: flavor and aroma. A good substitute does the same job.

🧮 How Much of Each Substitute?

Cardamom Cups
Cinnamon + nutmeg By the ratio: 1/2 tsp cinnamon + a pinch of nutmeg per 1 tsp cardamom
Ground ginger Cups
Allspice Cups

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  1. Cinnamon + nutmeg · 1/2 tsp cinnamon + a pinch of nutmeg per 1 tsp cardamom
    Similar warm flavor #
  2. Ground ginger · 1/2 the amount
    Similar warmth #
  3. Allspice · 1/2 the amount
    Reasonable substitute #

Recipes with Cardamom → · All substitutes

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