Adequate Substitutes for Eggs?
Eggs are usually an essential part of cooking, but sometimes you need substitutes for eggs for various reasons. Here are the 13 best recipes that take the place of eggs and don’t let you compromise on taste at all!
#1: BAKING POWDER:
Take two tablespoons of baking powder and mix it with half a cup of water (or as per the instructions printed on the box). You can now use this as an alternative for one egg. If there is any change in flavor or texture, reduce the quantity accordingly.
#2: TOMATO SAUCE:
Tomato sauce makes a fantastic substitute for eggs when making cakes or puddings. The consistency is perfect, and it will leave you wondering why you didn’t think of this before!
#3: AVOCADO:
Get ripe avocado pulp, mash it in a bowl with a fork, add the same amount of water, then mix well. Use this mixture in place of tablespoon fulls in any cake or brownie recipe. You can also use apple sauce or bananas to get a similar result. We would not recommend using potatoes, though!
#4: MASHED POTATOES:
Mashed potatoes are generally used as a side dish for dishes like bangers and mash, but they make excellent egg substitutes too! Just take mashed potatoes, add an equal amount of water, and beat it well. Use this to replace eggs in any cake/brownie recipe.
#5: FLAXSEEDS:
Flaxseeds are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, and they also make a good egg substitution(1tbsp flaxseed meal with 3tbsp hot water). Mix the seeds and hot water for about 20 minutes until you get a gooey texture like the original egg now; use this as an alternative to one egg. Grind flaxseeds to a fine powder before mixing it with water. Be sure to store the mixture in the refrigerator after it is done.
#6: SWEET POTATO PURÉE:
Take sweet potatoes (about two medium-sized) and bake them in the oven until they are fully cooked inside, then peel off the skin. Mash the pulp into a smooth paste with the help of a blender or fork, then use this as an alternative to one egg.
#7: EGG REPLACER:
Egg replacer is available in the market under different brand names, e.g., “Orgran No Egg” is a trendy brand that you can get from any supermarket or health food shop. It usually comes in powder form so follow the instructions given on the pack for reference quantity depending upon the number of eggs required for your recipe.
You can also prepare it at home by mixing 1 tbsp potato starch + 2 tsp tapioca flour/corn starch + 2 tsp baking powder + 1 tbsp oil (optional) and storing the mixture in the refrigerator after it’s done.
#8: BEAN FLOUR:
Mix one tablespoon of bean flour with three tablespoons of water. Add this mixture into wet ingredients when preparing your recipe in place of eggs. You can also use this for thickening gravies or stews too! An alternative to cornflour/cornstarch is arrowroot flour which you can use similarly.
1tbsp Arrowroot Flour = 2tsp Corn starch.
Also, they are gluten-free if required for anyone allergic to it or avoiding it on doctor’s recommendations.
#9: BAKING POWDER AND VINEGAR:
Mix 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder along with one tablespoon of white vinegar. Use this mixture as an alternative to one egg. This both has more rising power than eggs, so use accordingly. You can also prepare it at home by mixing 2tbsp corn starch or arrowroot flour + 1 tsp baking powder + 2 tbsp oil (optional) and storing the mixture in the refrigerator after it is done.
#10: FLAX SEED POWDER:
Flaxseed powder is a suitable replacement for eggs in many recipes like cakes, brownies, etc. So, try replacing one or two eggs with a flaxseed meal mixed with some water to get a similar result. Grind flax seeds to a fine powder before mixing it with water. Be sure to store the mixture in the refrigerator after it’s done.
#11 (VERY STRONG):
Mix 1 tablespoon of soy flour with two tablespoons of water, beat it well for about 10 minutes until you get a gooey texture like the original egg, then use this as an alternative to one egg.
Soya beans are a rich source of protein and iron, so this option is perfect for people who eat tofu or any other food made from soybeans regularly. They also help reduce cholesterol levels in the blood for those who either suffer from high cholesteproblemsblem or try to avoid it to maintain their heart health.
#12: MUSTARD AND CIDER VINEGAR:
Mix one tablespoon of mustard with one tablespoon of cider vinegar; use this mixture as an alternative to one egg. This both has more rising power than eggs, so use accordingly. You can also prepare it at home by mixing 2tbsp corn starch or arrowroot flour + 1 tsp baking powder + 2 tbsp oil (optional) and storing the mixture in the refrigerator after it’s done.
The disadvantage of Eggs :
Eggs are a rich source of protein, but at the same time, they are also high in fat and cholesterol,l which is not suitable for health if consumed regularly. Although egg yolks contain all essential amino acids taking them daily can cause accumulation of LDL (“Bad” Cholesterol), resulting in cardiovascular diseases if precautions are not accepted.
On the other hand, eggs whites have no fats or cholesterol, so it is good to eat them regularly without any worry. But eating both together is an issue, so rather than consuming whole egg try its substitutes available in the form of powder or liquid generally available in the market under different brand names, e.g., “Orgran No Egg.” You can prepare these mixtures at home by mixing flours/starches, baking powder, or other egg substitutes mentioned earlier.
Also, they are gluten-free if required for anyone allergic to it or avoiding it on doctor’s recommendations.
Alternative of Egg Recipes :
If you are fond of eggs but cannot eat them daily due to health issues, you better avoid using eggs in your recipes and their substitutes under different categories. You can also make some modifications in your existing recipes, i.e., such as replacing one egg with two bananas, one tablespoon of oil+one teaspoon baking powder, one banana+one tablespoon flour, etc. That will not affect the taste and nutritious value of your recipe much.
Or you can try any one among this few given eggless cake recipes :
1) Oatmeal Cake
Ingredients:
1 cup oatmeal (grounded)
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup molasses or maple syrup.
Preparation:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and grease an 8×8 inch pan with nonstick cooking spray. Mix dry ingredients in a large bowl. Stir together wet ingredients in another bowl until well combined, then add the wet mixture into the dry mixture and stir until just combined. Pour batter in a prepared baking dish and bake for 30 minutes, until the center is set in the middle when you poke it gently with your fingers. Remove from oven when done, let cool on a wire rack before serving.
2) Flourless Banana Cake
Ingredients:
Four ripe bananas, mashed
1 cup sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 tsp salt
Preparation:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and spray a 9-inch round cake pan with nonstick cooking spray. In a large bowl, mix all dry ingredients. Stir in the mashed bananas, vanilla extract, and milk until well combined. Pour batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove from oven when done, let cool on a wire rack before serving. You can also prepare this eggless banana cake by replacing eggs with egg replacement powder, as mentioned initially.