Worcestershire sauce

What is Worcestershire sauce

Worcestershire sauce is a dark colored condiment made from a variety of ingredients including garlic, soy sauce, tamarind, onions, molasses, lime, anchovies as well as seasonings. This is a very popular condiment in the the U.S. but it actually originated in India by the English. An interesting historical note: The sauce was Imported in 1839 by New York businessman John Duncan, Lea & Perrins® is the oldest commercially bottled condiment in the U.S.

Substitute for Worcestershire sauce

If you don't have Worcestershire sauce you can select one of these substitutes. Per 1 tablespoon (15ml) needed use:

1 tsp tamarind paste + 1 tsp soy sauce +1 tsp apple cider vinegar + dash of hot pepper sauce + small pinch cloves
OR> 1 tbsp HP sauce (thicker)
OR> 2 tsp soy sauce + 4 drops hot pepper sauce + 1/4 tsp lemon juice + 1/4 tsp granulated sugar

Where To Buy Worcestershire Sauce

This is a common ingredient and is available in most supermarkets with Lea and Perrins being the most widely sold brand in the U.S.

It can also be purchased online at Walmart.com, Jet.com and Amazon.com: Lea & Perrins Worcestershire Sauce

Vegetarian Note:
Check health food stores for a vegetarian version that does not use anchovies. Organic & Vegan Worcestershire Sauce.

Equivalents

4 tablespoons = 1/4 cup

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European Condiments

Ingredients

Common Worcestershire sauce ingredients include: garlic, soy sauce, tamarind, onions, molasses, lime, anchovies, vinegar and seasonings.

FAQ

Is Worcestershire sauce the same as A1 sauce? No, they are completely different products with different formulations. Both can be used as a condiment with meats or added with other ingredients to make a marinade.

Nutrition Information For Worcestershire sauce

Serving Size

1 cup

Calories

215

Calories from Fat

% Daily Value^*

Total Fat 0g

Saturated Fat 0g

Cholesterol 0mg

Sodium 2695mg

110%

Potassium

2200g

60%

Total Carbohydrate 54g

20%

Dietary Fiber 0g

Sugars 28g

Protein 0g

Vitamin A 0%	•	Vitamin C 0%
Calcium 0%	•	Iron 0%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Favorite Worcestershire sauce Recipes

Pork Loin With Avocado Leaves
This recipe for Pork Loin With Avocado Leaves (Lomo de Cerdo con Hojas de Aguacate) uses thinly sliced pork loin simmered in a sauce that includes molasses, orange juice, onion, Tabasco sauce, mustard and cloves. The recipe uses avocado leaves; one of our favorite unique ingredients.
Texas Beef Barbecue
This Texas Beef Barbecue recipe from Taste of Home is a Crock pot favorite for Jennifer Bauer of Lansing, Michigan when she craves a hearty sandwich.
Savory Swiss Fondue with Chicken and Vegetable Dippers
Chicken is threaded on screwers and broiled then served with a spicy Swiss cheese fondue, bread and fresh vegetables.
Chipotle Barbecue Sauce
This Chipotle Barbecue Sauce recipe is something you make and use in a variety of ways. Use this spicy chipotle barbecue sauce with beef, pulled pork or even poultry. You can store the sauce, refrigerate up to a week or it freezes very well too.
Horseradish Cream Sauce
A good accompaniment to beef fondue uses sour cream, horseradish, worcestershire sauce and lemon. This recipe works well for roasted beef and fish too.