What Is Yeast extract and How Can I Use It?

Yeast extract rewards a little know-how: how to choose it, cook it, store it, and substitute in a pinch. Browse 10 recipes to cook with it.

In Chinese:	酵母抽提物
British (UK) term:	Yeast extract
en français:	extrait de levure
en español:	extracto de levadura

Recipes using yeast extract

There are 10 recipes that contain this ingredient.

Chunky Leek & Potato Soup

Very tasty. It's hard to go wrong with potatoes and leeks. They seem a perfect combination especially when it comes up to soup, such as this chunky leek and potato soup. It was very easy to make, and packed with great flavors. If you prefer smooth soup, puree it in a food processor or blender. In whichever way, it's always delicious.

Cereal rye bread

Not only flavourful but also healthy, these days people begin to take care of their body much better!

Pork with Celery & Orange

British pork belly and pig's kidney casserole slow-braised with celery, onion, orange zest, and rosemary, then chilled overnight for depth. Old-school nose-to-tail comfort food from the English kitchen.

Pork Belly with Celery & Orange

Slow-braised pork belly and kidneys with orange zest, celery, garlic, and rosemary, made a day ahead so the surface fat lifts off cleanly. Old-school British casserole craft.

Peanut Burgers

Peanut burgers: pan-fried vegetarian nut burgers with roasted peanuts, cashews, herbes de Provence, and yeast extract for deep savory flavor. A meat-free burger with genuine character.

Walnut & Mushroom Roast

A hearty vegan nut roast packed with walnuts, mushrooms, sunflower seeds, and whole wheat breadcrumbs, served with a creamy oat and yeast extract gravy. The plant-based Sunday roast you've been looking for.

Harvest Hot Pot

Hearty vegetarian hot pot with pearl barley, root vegetables, mushrooms, and fresh herbs simmered in a savory yeast extract broth. Warming autumn comfort food.

Christy's Christmas Trees

Pull-apart Christmas tree coffee cake made with bread machine dough, shaped from soft buttermilk rolls, topped with sweet icing and cinnamon heart candies. A festive holiday brunch centerpiece.

Seeded Multigrain Boule

Crusty seeded multigrain boule baked in a Dutch oven with whole wheat, oats, rice flour, flax, poppy, sesame, and sunflower seeds. No-knead, high-fiber artisan bread at home.