7 Best Achiote Paste Substitute Options
Ever found yourself out of achiote paste mid-recipe? If so, you'll be in need of an achiote paste substitute, and we have some spice combinations here to help.
Ingredients
- Ground Annatto Seeds - 1 1/2 to 2 t for 1 T achiote paste
- Paprika - 1 t for 1/2 t achiote paste
- Paprika + Turmeric - 2 t + 1 t for 1 T achiote paste
- Ground Coriander + Paprika - 1 1/2 + 1 1/2 t for 1 T achiote paste
- Saffron - 10 to 15 threads for 1 T achiote paste
- Tomato Paste - 1:1 ratio
- Harissa - 1/4 t for 1/2 T achiote paste
Instructions
- Replace achiote paste with one of our 7 best options.
- Use one of the above ratios when substituting for achiote paste in a recipe.
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