Ingredient substitution guide
Best substitutes for fire-roasted tomatoes
Best swap for fire-roasted tomatoes: Canned diced tomatoes, 1:1; add a pinch of smoked paprika to approximate char flavor.
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 Fire-Roasted Tomatoes?
The best swap for Fire-Roasted Tomatoes is Canned Diced Tomatoes, 1:1; add a pinch of smoked paprika to approximate char flavor. Another option is Canned Crushed Tomatoes, 1:1; smoother texture; add smoked paprika. The table below also lists Fresh Tomatoes (Charred Under Broiler), 3 swaps in all.
| Swap | Ratio and notes |
|---|---|
| Canned diced tomatoes | 1:1; add a pinch of smoked paprika to approximate char flavor |
| Canned crushed tomatoes | 1:1; smoother texture; add smoked paprika |
| Fresh tomatoes (charred under broiler) | broil halved tomatoes 10 min; chop; 1:1 by volume |
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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