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Body + salt + umami.
| Amount needed | Use instead | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup | 1 bouillon cube + 1 cup hot water | 1:1 by volume; saltier — reduce recipe salt. |
| 1 cup | 1 cup vegetable broth | Universal swap; slightly lighter. |
| 1 cup (soups) | 1 cup water + 2 tbsp butter + 1/2 tsp salt | Emergency version — fine in a pinch. |
1 bouillon cube + 1 cup hot water; 1 cup vegetable broth; 1 cup water + 2 tbsp butter + 1/2 tsp salt.