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cayenne pepper, Paprika, Crushed red pepper

5 Red Pepper Flakes Substitutes

A guide to substituting red pepper flakes in recipes with alternative spices and sauces.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Course Condiment
Cuisine American, French, Italian
Servings 4 Servings

Equipment

  • Measuring spoons

Ingredients
  

  • 1 teapsoon cayenne
  • 1 teapsoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce adjust to taste

Instructions
 

  • Determine which substitute you would like to use based on the desired flavor profile and heat level.
  • Measure out the amount of substitute needed for your recipe.
  • Use a spice grinder to grind whole spices (cayenne, paprika, crushed red pepper) into flakes if desired.
  • If using hot sauce as a substitute, adjust other liquid ingredients in the recipe if necessary.
  • Mix the substitute with other ingredients according to the recipe instructions.
  • Taste and adjust as needed.
Keyword substitutes for red pepper flakes
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