butter or margarine
Sometimes you can. It all depends on how similar the substitute tastes to the original ingredient.
A common ingredient used as a substitute for shortening in baking recipes is butter.
agave syrup
flour
A good substitute for hondashi in recipes is bonito flakes or dashi powder.
A suitable substitute for potato flakes in recipes is instant mashed potatoes.
scapes substitute
What is the dry equivalent to a head of dill?
A synonym for the keyword "substitute" is "alternative."
The phrase "as a substitute or equivalent in place of" refers to using one item, person, or concept to replace another when the original is unavailable or unsuitable. This can apply in various contexts, such as cooking, where one ingredient is used instead of another, or in a professional setting, where a temporary worker fills in for a permanent employee. The goal is to maintain functionality or effectiveness despite the change.
You can use a mixture of baking soda and an acidic ingredient like buttermilk or yogurt as a substitute for baking powder in pancakes.
Agar agar is a common vegan substitute for gelatin. It is a plant-based ingredient derived from seaweed that can be used in place of gelatin in recipes.