# Herbs & Spices When substituting dried herbs for fresh herbs in a recipe, you generally need to use a smaller amount of dried herbs because they are more concentrated in flavor. As a general guideline: - Use 1/3 to 1/2 the amount of dried herbs compared to fresh herbs. For example, if a recipe calls for 1 tablespoon of fresh basil, you can substitute it with 1 to 1.5 teaspoons of dried basil. Keep in mind that dried herbs can be more potent, so it's best to start with a smaller amount and adjust to taste.