15 Substitutes for Beef Broth

Out of beef broth?  Check out these 15 easy ways to substitute for beef broth that will add flavor and depth when your recipe calls for beef broth.

Worcestershire sauce delivers a delicious flavor and a rich taste. To use Worcestershire sauce as a substitute, add 1 tablespoon to 1 cup of water or vegetable broth for each cup of beef broth.

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Worcestershire Sauce

If you don't have beef broth, you can use chicken broth as the substitute. Chicken broth adds a mild flavor and light color to dishes. To use chicken broth as a substitute, simply add on a 1:1 ratio.

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Chicken Broth

Mushroom broth has similar flavors and consistency to beef broth but you can also add a touch of soy sauce, fresh herbs, or spices to boost the flavor. To use mushroom broth, substitute at a ratio of 1:1.

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Mushroom Broth

Bouillon cubes are made of dehydrated beef broth and dissolve quickly in hot water. To use bouillon cubes as a substitute, add one bouillon cube to 1 cup of hot water.

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Beef Bouillon Cubes

Similar to beef bouillon cubes, these are a great way to add chicken broth flavor to your dish. They are made of dehydrated chicken broth and dissolve quickly in hot water. Add one bouillon cube to 1 cup of hot water.

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Chicken Bouillon Cubes

Miso paste can be a good substitute because it has a deep, savory flavor and contains umami ingredients. To use miso paste, add 1 tablespoon to 1 cup of hot or boiling water.

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Miso Paste

Bone broth is the closest match because of its texture and rich beef flavor. Substitute at a ratio of 1:1.

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Bone Broth

Because its concentrated, tomato paste has a rich, deep flavor.  It's a great sub for soups and stews. To use tomato paste as a substitute, add one tablespoon of tomato paste to 1 cup of hot or warm water.

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Tomato Paste

The combination of soy sauce and steak sauce is a wonderful substitute for beef broth, but the ratio can be tricky. Start by mixing a little soy sauce with steak sauce until you get the right flavor combination.

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Soy Sauce and Steak Sauce

Soy sauce has a savory umami flavor, providing similar salability to beef soups in several recipes, in addition to sauces, stews, and gravies. To use soy sauce as a substitute, combine ½ cup soy sauce with ½ cup water or vegetable broth.

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Soy Sauce

Vegetable broth is made of vegetables and water.  To use it as a beef broth substitute, use the 1:1 ratio.

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Vegetable Broth

If you don't have canned beef broth and have some free time, you can create your own beef broth at home. Although the process requires some time and effort, it is possible to make your own homemade broth.

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Make Your Own Beef Broth

Savory liquid aminos is a great option and can add some intense flavor. It is a light, flavorful alternative To use liquid aminos as a substitute, add half a cup of liquid aminos to the recipe.

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Liquid Aminos

Consommé has more of a rich, robust flavor while broth is usually on the milder side. Because of its intense flavor, you'll want to dilute it with water before using it as a substitute.

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Beef Consomme

Beer and wine both have a strong flavor, and they can be used to add richness to dishes. To use beer or wine as a substitute, add 1 cup of beer or wine for each cup of beef broth.

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Beef or Red Wine

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