Water
Water is a cooking liquid or sauce that can change flavor, body, or acidity quickly. Add it gradually, then simmer, reduce, or finish gently to match the dish.
Identity
Cooking liquid
Add gradually and taste as you go.
Liquids can change seasoning, acidity, aroma, and body quickly. Add them in stages when balance matters, then simmer, reduce, or finish gently to match the dish.
Reference image
Water reference image.
Source: Wikimedia Commons
Used In Recipes
Substitutions
Water -> Milk
5 cups (1.2L) water, milk, or chicken stock or vegetable stock (see note)
The source lists this as an alternative in the same ingredient row.
Source: Smooth and Creamy Polenta
Water -> Chicken Stock
5 cups (1.2L) water, milk, or chicken stock or vegetable stock (see note)
The source lists this as an alternative in the same ingredient row.
Source: Smooth and Creamy Polenta
Water -> Vegetable Stock
5 cups (1.2L) water, milk, or chicken stock or vegetable stock (see note)
The source lists this as an alternative in the same ingredient row.
Source: Smooth and Creamy Polenta
Milk -> Water
1/4 cup (56 grams) milk of choice or water
The source lists this as an alternative in the same ingredient row.
Source: Healthy Banana Bread!
Vegetable Broth -> Water
2 cups vegetable broth or water
The source lists this as an alternative in the same ingredient row.
Source: Homemade Vegetarian Chili
Water -> Broth
1 ½ cup water or broth
The source lists this as an alternative in the same ingredient row.
Water -> Milk
water or milk, for brushing
The source lists this as an alternative in the same ingredient row.
Source: Fresh Apple Cinnamon Scones