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10 Egg Replacement Tips and 12 Eggless Recipes
With the nation experiencing an egg shortage due to the ongoing bird flu outbreak, it’s a good time to permanently eliminate eggs from your diet—if you haven’t already—to protect yourself from the health risks associated with eating eggs. From quiche to cookies, try these egg replacement suggestions and recipes.
Egg Replacements
Try these egg replacements to avoid the health concerns with eggs.
| Alternative (equal to 1 egg) | Best In … | Tips |
| 1 tablespoon chia seed or ground flaxseed | Whole-grain baked goods
| Mix 1 tablespoon chia or ground flax with 3 tablespoons water and use as you would an egg. These are great sources of omega-3 fats. |
1/2 banana, ripe and mashed | Baked goods | Use in sweet dishes in place of eggs or oil. This will add moisture to the dish. |
| 1/4 cup applesauce or fruit | Baked goods | Use in sweet dishes in place of eggs or oil. This will add moisture to the dish. |
| 1/2 cup silken tofu | Baked goods, creamy sauces, pie fillings | Be sure to differentiate between soft and firm tofu. |
| 1/2 cup firm tofu | Patties, scrambles, sandwiches, fried rice/stir-fries | Firm tofu has a texture similar to a scrambled egg. |
| 2 tablespoons corn starch/corn flour/wheat flour | Gravy, sauces, soups, stews, puddings | Good for thickening. To avoid lumps, mix with a small amount of cool water before adding to a hot liquid. |
| 2 tablespoons arrowroot powder | Gravy, sauces, soups, stews, puddings | Dissolves easily and is good for thickening. |
| Commercial egg replacer | Baked goods | Follow instructions on the package. |
| Vegan Egg | Baked goods, scrambles | Available at most health food stores and packaged in a small “egg carton.” Follow instructions on the package. |
| Black Salt or “Kala Namak” | Scrambles | Contributes a sulfur/egg flavor to scrambles or other dishes. |
Try these 12 eggless recipes:
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