Kokum vs Pomegranate Molasses
A side-by-side guide to substituting Pomegranate Molasses for Kokum (or vice versa).
Use 0.75 tbsp of Pomegranate Molasses for every 1 tbsp of Kokum.
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Pomegranate Molasses
Conversion: Use 75% as much (0.75 tbsp per 1 tbsp)
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Notes: More concentrated and fruity-floral; use less and reduce other liquids. Similar color and function but different flavor profile.
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More concentrated and fruity-floral; use less and reduce other liquids. Similar color and function but different flavor profile. The conversion is use 75% as much (0.75 tbsp per 1 tbsp).
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Yes — More concentrated and fruity-floral; use less and reduce other liquids. Similar color and function but different flavor profile. Ratio: Use 75% as much (0.75 tbsp per 1 tbsp).
Use 75% as much (0.75 tbsp per 1 tbsp). For other quantities, use the SubSwap calculator.
They are similar in most uses, but More concentrated and fruity-floral; use less and reduce other liquids..
Pomegranate Molasses is one of the options SubSwap lists for Kokum. The 'best' choice depends on your recipe — see the full list of Kokum substitutes.
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