As promised to my facebook readers, here's a list of egg substitutes I've found and some suggestions about planning to use them. Keep in mind, I haven't tried all of these yet, so I can't say how well they may or may not work. Each of them alters the consistency of the recipe in a different way, so it can't hurt to try an few things out and see what works for you. Here's the list or substitutes equivalent to one egg., and I'll follow it with some thoughts on using them:
- 2 Tbsp Potato Starch
- 1 Banana, Mashed
- 1/4 cup Apple Sauce
- 1/4 cup of Mashed Potatoes
- 1/4 cup canned Pumpkin or Squash
- 1/4 cup pureed Prunes
- 1/4 cup of Soft Tofu
- 2 Tbsp water, 1 Tbsp oil, 2 Tsp Baking Powder, mixed
- 1 Tbsp ground Flax Seed simmered in 3 Tbsp Water
- An egg replacer called Ener G
Of course, when looking to replace eggs you've really got to think about what you're using the bread for in a recipe. For example, banana, applesauce, and mashed potatoes aren't likely to help in a bread that needs to rise. Mashed potatoes can have a lumpy consistency when hand made, something to keep in mind when cooking with egg. However, they may offer the perfect sticky consistency to replace the egg.
In reality, it's a game of cooking chemistry. What can you use that will fulfill the purpose? It's also a great lesson in science as you research what the egg does in each individual recipe. I can't wait to start trying some of these substitutions!
Oh, and just want egg whites? Take one Tbsp of plain
agar powder
and mix it with an equal part of water. Whip it, chill it, and whip it again for a suitable egg white substitute!
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