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Best Substitutes for Marsala Wine — What to Use Instead

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Madeira Wine: 1:1 — Most similar flavor profile. Fortified wine substitute.

Grape Juice + Brandy Extract: 3/4 cup juice + 1 tsp extract — Non-alcoholic option with similar sweetness.

Overview

Top substitute for marsala wine: Madeira Wine (1:1). Most similar flavor profile. Fortified wine substitute. Plus 2 more alternatives.

Key Details

  • Madeira Wine: 1:1 — Most similar flavor profile. Fortified wine substitute.
  • Grape Juice + Brandy Extract: 3/4 cup juice + 1 tsp extract — Non-alcoholic option with similar sweetness.
  • Chicken Broth + Mushroom Liquid: 1:1 (mixed) — For chicken marsala specifically — captures the savory element.

Why This Matters

  • Marsala Wine 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: Madeira Wine at 1:1
  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 Madeira Wine at 1:1. Most similar flavor profile. Fortified wine substitute.