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Best Substitutes for Oyster Sauce — What to Use Instead
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Mushroom Sauce (vegetarian oyster sauce): 1:1 — Available at Asian grocery stores. Closest match.
Soy Sauce + Sugar: 1 tbsp soy + 1/2 tsp sugar — Quick substitute. Less thick.
Overview
Top substitute for oyster sauce: Mushroom Sauce (vegetarian oyster sauce) (1:1). Available at Asian grocery stores. Closest match. Plus 2 more alternatives.
Key Details
- Mushroom Sauce (vegetarian oyster sauce): 1:1 — Available at Asian grocery stores. Closest match.
- Soy Sauce + Sugar: 1 tbsp soy + 1/2 tsp sugar — Quick substitute. Less thick.
- Hoisin Sauce: 1:1 — Sweeter and thicker. Different but works.
Why This Matters
- Oyster Sauce may need substituting due to dietary restrictions
- Running out of an ingredient mid-recipe is common
- Allergies or preferences may require alternatives
How To
- 1Best overall substitute: Mushroom Sauce (vegetarian oyster sauce) at 1:1
- 2Consider what role the ingredient plays in the recipe
- 3Test substitutes in small batches first
- 4Adjust other ingredients as noted for best results
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The best substitute is Mushroom Sauce (vegetarian oyster sauce) at 1:1. Available at Asian grocery stores. Closest match.