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Can I Use All-Purpose Flour Instead of Cornstarch (thickener)?

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All-Purpose Flour → Cornstarch (thickener): 2 tbsp per 1 tbsp cornstarch

Creates cloudy sauce. Cook longer to remove raw taste.

Overview

Yes! Use All-Purpose Flour as a substitute for cornstarch (thickener) at 2 tbsp per 1 tbsp cornstarch. Creates cloudy sauce. Cook longer to remove raw taste.

Key Details

  • All-Purpose Flour → Cornstarch (thickener): 2 tbsp per 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • Creates cloudy sauce. Cook longer to remove raw taste.
  • This swap works best for: flour recipes

Why This Matters

  • All-Purpose Flour can replace cornstarch (thickener) in most recipes
  • Creates cloudy sauce. Cook longer to remove raw taste.
  • Consider the specific recipe requirements before substituting

How To

  1. 1Use 2 tbsp per 1 tbsp cornstarch of all-purpose flour
  2. 2Creates cloudy sauce. Cook longer to remove raw taste.
  3. 3Taste and adjust seasonings as needed
  4. 4Results may vary slightly from the original recipe

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substitutesflour-subcornstarch-thickenerall-purpose-flouringredient-swap

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, use 2 tbsp per 1 tbsp cornstarch. Creates cloudy sauce. Cook longer to remove raw taste.