What can I use for binding instead of egg?

Some common egg substitutes include:

Mashed banana. Mashed banana can act as a binding agent when baking or making pancake batter.
Applesauce. Applesauce can also act as a binding agent.
Fruit puree.
Avocado.
Gelatin.
Xanthan gum.
Vegetable oil and baking powder.
Margarine.

How much buttermilk do I substitute for an egg?

You can use one-fourth cup (60 grams) of yogurt or buttermilk for each egg that needs to be replaced. This substitution works best for muffins, cakes and cupcakes. Summary: You can use one-fourth cup (60 grams) of plain yogurt or buttermilk to replace one egg.

How do I substitute applesauce for eggs?

Applesauce. Use applesauce to add moisture. Replace one egg with 1/4 cup of applesauce in sweet desserts. If you want a lighter texture, add an extra 1/2 teaspoonful of baking powder, as fruit purées tend to make the final product denser than the original recipe.

Can I use milk instead of eggs in cake?

Water, milk, or water mixed with milk powder can replace eggs. In some recipes, simply replacing the weight of eggs with the same amount of water or milk, or slightly less (since eggs are only 75 % water) can work well.

Can you use honey instead of eggs?

Honey and sweetening syrups, such as Sweet Freedom, agave nectar and date syrup, are sticky and therefore can be used instead of egg to bind ingredients together. They can also add moisture into the sweet treats. They are not the ideal egg substitute for light and fluffy cakes.

How much oil replaces an egg?

For recipes which use eggs primarily as a leavening agent you can try a commercial egg replacement product (see above) or the following mixture: 1-1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil mixed with 1-1/2 tablespoons water and 1 teaspoon baking powder per egg. Note: this mixture calls for baking powder, not baking soda.

What can I use in place of prahok?

Some may want to dive right in and use the quantities I give in the recipes, while others, especially Cambodians, will probably double the amounts. It’s all a matter of taste. There is really no substitute for prahok, although some people suggest using shrimp paste or anchovies in its place.

What can I substitute for an egg in a recipe?

Use flaxseeds as an egg replacement for binding and adding texture. They work best in recipes like bran muffins and oatmeal cookies. Whisk 1 tbsp. of ground flaxseed with 3 tbsp. of water, then leave the mixture to sit for around 20 minutes. It will change texture and look a little like egg whites.

What’s the best way to make prahok juice?

To make prahok juice, steep two tablespoons of prahok in ½ cup of hot water for 5 to 10 minutes. Then, with the back of a spoon, press against the solids (you can also push them through a strainer) to extract as much of the juice and flavor as possible.

Where can I buy prahok fish sauce in China?

Prahok is available in any Southeast Asian grocery store and usually in Chinese markets too (although they don’t always stock the brands that I think are best). Labels sometimes read “fish sauce,” which is a different product, and often refer to mudfish or “preserved featherback fish” as well.

What can I use for binding instead of egg? Some common egg substitutes include: Mashed banana. Mashed banana can act as a binding agent when baking or making pancake batter. Applesauce. Applesauce can also act as a binding agent. Fruit puree. Avocado. Gelatin. Xanthan gum. Vegetable oil and baking powder. Margarine. How much buttermilk do…