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Some common substitutions for main ingredients include using Greek yogurt instead of heavy cream, using applesauce instead of oil, and using mashed bananas instead of eggs. You can also substitute ground turkey or tofu for ground beef, and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
To make a dish vegetarian, you can substitute meat with tofu, tempeh, or beans. To make it vegan, you can use plant-based milk, vegan cheese, and egg substitutes like flaxseed or chia seeds. You can also add extra vegetables or grains to make a dish more filling.
Yes, you can use frozen vegetables in most recipes as a substitute for fresh ones. However, they may have a slightly different texture when cooked, so it's best to thaw them before using them in a dish. You may also need to adjust the cooking time to account for the frozen vegetables.
Different main ingredients have different ways of indicating ripeness. For fruits like avocados and mangoes, they should yield slightly when gently pressed. For vegetables like tomatoes and eggplants, they should be firm to the touch with no soft spots. A quick internet search can also provide specific tips for checking the ripeness of a particular main ingredient.
Leftover main ingredients can be used in a variety of ways. You can add them to a salad, make a stir-fry, use them as toppings for pizza or flatbread, or incorporate them into a pasta dish. You can also freeze them for later use or repurpose them into a new dish by adding different seasonings or sauces.