What can you use as a substitute for pimentos?

Answer 1

I know, everywhere you look the substitute for green bell peppers is red or yellow bell peppers, and vice versa. Not very helpful if you don't like them or are allergic. It depends on what you are using them in. I use pimiento if color and flavor are needed, but I don't really like pimiento. Zucchini or fresh red onion in dips, broccoli in soups or stews. I'd like additional ideas myself!

Answer 2

I'd say the closest thing would be the red pepper as the word pimento can often derive from red pepper. Although there are different varieties and variations of "spicyness",

It would be best to use fresh red pepper as a substitute if the recipe you are using calls for fresh pimento. I don't know for sure but my assumption would be that most recipes calling for pimento are asking for fresh, mild flavor, pimento...in which case, I'd use red pepper.

Answer 3

For one teaspoon crushed red pepper substitute 1/2 to one teaspoon cayenne pepper or 3 to 6 drops of hot sauce.

Answer 4

Jalapeno, Fresno Chile, or Guero Chilies are substitutes for the Serrano Pepper, though they are slightly milder. If you need the substitute to be hotter, use twice a many.

Answer 5

Serrano Peppers are a reasonable alternative

Use green pepper. Very flavorable.

Answer 6

For one teaspoon crushed red pepper substitute 1/2 to one teaspoon cayenne pepper or 3 to 6 drops of hot sauce.

Answer 7

The closest substitutes would be yellow or green peppers. Alternatively, you could try other vegetables, but the flavor would not be the same.