what can I substitute for instant tapioca
Rating Newest Oldest. Best Answer: Tapioca is used as a substitute for corn starch or flour in thickening a recipe. Simply use one of these in place of it. INGREDIENT 1 Tbls. cornstarch SUBSTITUTE 2 Tbls. flour or 1 1/3 Tbls.quick-cooking tapioca INGREDIENT 1 Tbls. flour SUBSTITUTE 1/2 Tbls. cornstarch or 2 tsp.imply use one of these in place of it. INGREDIENT 1 Tbls. cornstarch SUBSTITUTE 2 Tbls. flour or 1 1/3 Tbls. quick-cooking tapioca INGREDIENT 1 Tbls. flour SUBSTITUTE 1/2 Tbls. cornstarch or 2 tsp.