What Is a Substitute for Condensed Beef Broth?
There are a few available substitutes for condensed beef broth, but the closest is 1 1/2 cups of regular strength beef broth simmered until it reduces to 1 cup of broth. Other substitutions include beef bouillon, vegetable broth, browning sauce, soy sauce, chicken broth and red wine.
Condensed beef broth is regular strength beef broth that has been simmered until it condensed down. Already condensed broth is available in stores, but in a pinch there are other substitutes that can fill out a recipe.
- Simmered beef broth
- Chicken broth
- Vegetable broth
- Browning sauce
- Soy sauce
- Red wine
– Simmer 1 1/2 cups of regular strength beef broth until it reduces to 1 cup. Another option is to make a strong cup of beef bouillon with bouillon cubes.
One cup of chicken broth makes adds the flavor of meat, if not beef.
One cup of vegetable broth is a good alternative for making recipes vegetarian friendly.
One tbsp of browning sauce in 1 cup of water adds rich flavor and a nice brown color to dishes.
One tbsp of soy sauce in 1 cup water is a vegetarian option for giving dishes umami flavor with a touch of brown.
One cup of red is a common ingredient for many French or Italian inspired dishes.
