Lemon price rise: Check out these 4 BEST substitutes

Inflation is surely on the rise and the newest thing to join the overpriced-items bandwagon are lemons. Lemons are becoming expensive by the day. A vegetable like lemon is indeed an essential commodity and is needed in a variety of dishes.

So, if you are wondering how to replace the unbelievably expensive lemons in your recipes, then we have for you a list of items that can work as great substitutes and give you the same hint of sourness.

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White vinegar

The taste of white vinegar is pretty much similar to that of lemons. It can easily give a boost of acid to a variety of dishes. Use it in small amounts as it may have a more intense taste than that of lemons.

Orange juice

Orange juice has a sweeter taste in comparison to lemon juice. It is slightly less acidic and can be used in dishes that pair well with the orangey taste.

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Lime juice

Lime juice can most definitely be used as a substitute for lemons. Lime juice has a slightly different flavour than that of lemons and are sweeter.

Dry white wine

White wine has a citrusy flavour and can be used in a variety of savoury recipes as a replacement of lemons. Choose a dry white wine like Chardonnay to get the perfect zing in your dishes!