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Best Substitutes for Fresh Cilantro to Dried — What to Use Instead

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Dried Cilantro: 1 tsp dried per 1 tbsp fresh — Much less flavorful than fresh — increase amount if needed.

Fresh Parsley + Lime Juice: 1 tbsp parsley + squeeze of lime per 1 tbsp cilantro — Best substitute for cilantro-haters too. Provides freshness.

Overview

Top substitute for fresh cilantro to dried: Dried Cilantro (1 tsp dried per 1 tbsp fresh). Much less flavorful than fresh — increase amount if needed. Plus 2 more alternatives.

Key Details

  • Dried Cilantro: 1 tsp dried per 1 tbsp fresh — Much less flavorful than fresh — increase amount if needed.
  • Fresh Parsley + Lime Juice: 1 tbsp parsley + squeeze of lime per 1 tbsp cilantro — Best substitute for cilantro-haters too. Provides freshness.
  • Culantro (if available): 1 leaf per 3-4 sprigs cilantro — Much stronger flavor — use less. Common in Caribbean/Asian cooking.

Why This Matters

  • Fresh Cilantro to Dried may need substituting due to dietary restrictions
  • Running out of an ingredient mid-recipe is common
  • Allergies or preferences may require alternatives

How To

  1. 1Best overall substitute: Dried Cilantro at 1 tsp dried per 1 tbsp fresh
  2. 2Consider what role the ingredient plays in the recipe
  3. 3Test substitutes in small batches first
  4. 4Adjust other ingredients as noted for best results

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The best substitute is Dried Cilantro at 1 tsp dried per 1 tbsp fresh. Much less flavorful than fresh — increase amount if needed.