nut/seed
Hemp seed
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3.3 g1 teaspoon
10 g1 tablespoon
Hemp hearts about 10 g per tablespoon, so 1 tsp about 3.3 g.
Instead of Hemp seed
Nothing matches hemp seed's soft, pale nuttiness exactly, but sesame is the closest everyday swap.
White sesame seedUse the same weight, lightly toasted. The flavour is stronger and nuttier, so use a little less if the dish is delicate.
Sunflower seedUse the same weight, finely chopped or ground. Texture is harder and less soft than hemp seed.
Poppy seedUse 60–70% of the weight, ground, for a softer texture. The flavour is milder and the paste will be thicker.
