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Apple Cider Vinegar
CondimentsA tangy vinegar from fermented apple juice, used in dressings, marinades, baking, and health tonics.
4 substitutes
Substitutes
White Wine Vinegar
1:1
Similar acidity with milder, less fruity flavor. Best all-around substitute.
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Best for: dressings, marinades, sauces
β οΈNot for: health tonics
Rice Vinegar
1:1 plus pinch of sugar
Milder and slightly sweet. Add sugar to approximate fruity sweetness.
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Best for: Asian dishes, light dressings, pickling
β οΈNot for: recipes needing strong acidity
Lemon Juice
1:1
Similar acidity with citrus twist. Works great in baking as buttermilk activator.
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Best for: baking, dressings, marinades
β οΈNot for: pickling, recipes needing vinegar taste
Red Wine Vinegar
1:1
More robust flavor with deeper color. Works in most savory applications.
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Best for: marinades, vinaigrettes, braising
β οΈNot for: light-colored dishes, baking