Substitute for Shaoxing Wine

Chinese rice wine; savory, amber, aged.

  1. 1
    Dry sherry1:1
    Best

    The classic Chinese-kitchen swap.

    stir-fries, braises
  2. 2
    Mirin + rice vinegar1 tbsp + 1/2 tsp

    Sweeter; adjust sugar in recipe.

    stir-fries
  3. 3
    White grape juice + vinegar1 tbsp + 1/2 tsp

    Non-alcoholic.

    family cooking

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