Ingredient substitution guide
Best substitutes for cornichons
Best swap for cornichons: Gherkins, 1:1; same small tart pickle.
How we checked this: these swaps come from the substitution list Well Stockd uses to match recipes, and their ratios follow ordinary kitchen practice rather than one published chart. For exact amounts on many common swaps, see the NDSU and Colorado State University extension tables listed below. Editorial policy
What can I use instead of Cornichons?
The best swap for Cornichons is Gherkins, 1:1; same small tart pickle. Another option is Dill Pickle Slices, chop to size; less tart, more dill-forward. A third option is Capers, for the briny bite in tartare, sauces and salads; use about half as much. All 3 swaps are in the table below.
| Swap | Ratio and notes |
|---|---|
| Gherkins | 1:1; same small tart pickle |
| Dill pickle slices | chop to size; less tart, more dill-forward How to use it: Use the same volume once chopped to cornichon size. |
| Capers | for the briny bite in tartare, sauces and salads; use about half as much |
Source and limits
These swaps come from the substitution list Well Stockd uses to match recipes to your kitchen, last updated . We remove swaps known to be unsafe, but not every swap has been tested in a kitchen, and a swap is cooking guidance, not an allergen or nutrition equivalent. Check labels and what the recipe needs before substituting.
The ratios and usage notes follow ordinary kitchen practice rather than a single published chart. These two university extension tables list exact amounts for many common swaps:
- Ingredient Substitutions (FN198), NDSU Extension (opens in a new tab)
- Ingredient Substitutions (9.329), Colorado State University Extension (opens in a new tab)
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