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Red food colouring
0.1 g1 drop
About 20 drops/ml and density near 1 g/ml; one drop about 0.05 g.
Instead of Red food colouring
Nothing gives the same bright, neutral red colour without adding flavour; choose the option that suits the dish.
Kashmiri red chilli powderUse a pinch, about 0.1 g per 1/4 tsp colour, bloomed in oil or mixed with water; adds mild chilli flavour and heat.
PaprikaUse the same tiny amount mixed with water; gives red colour with little heat but a mild pepper taste.
Beetroot puréeUse 1–2 tsp per dish for a natural red; adds sweetness and earthy taste, and colour is less bright.
