Spice mixes are something that I love and use all the time in my kitchen. I find that making them myself not only increases the quality but saves money when compared to purchasing the pre-made seasonings. I also really love that it avoids the processed foods and the non-recyclable packages.
Having these blends on hand can make cooking at home much easier. Tossing together a last minute dish becomes child’s play when you don’t have to think about the spices necessary to bring it together. Below are 10 of my favorite spice blends for you to try out.
Italian Seasoning:
- 2 tablespoons dried basil
- 2 tablespoons dried oregano
- 1 1/2 tablespoons garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon dried thyme
- 1 tablespoon dried rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
Use as desired for seasoning to taste.
Sweet Indian Seasoning:
- 1 tablespoon turmeric
- 1 tablespoon mustard seeds
- 1/2 tablespoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Use as desired for seasoning to taste.
Spicy Curry Seasoning:
- 1 tablespoon turmeric
- 1 tablespoon ground coriander
- 1 tablespoon cumin powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne (or more to taste)
Use as desired for seasoning to taste.
Chili Seasoning:
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon dreid oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
Use one tablespoon of spice mix for one pound of ground meat (i.e. one batch of chili).
Ranch Seasoning:
- 2 tablespoons dried parsley
- 1 tablespoon dried chives
- 1/2 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried dill
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 tsp ground pepper
Use as desired for seasoning to taste. Use 1 tablespoon of mix with 1/3 cup mayo (or Greek yogurt) and 1/3 cup butter milk (or milk) and whisk until combined to make Ranch Dressing.
Cajun Seasoning:
- 2 tablespoons ground cumin
- 2 tablespoons coriander
- 2 tablespoons paprika
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground pepper
- 1 1/4 teaspoons cayenne (or more as desired)
- 1 tablespoon oregano
Use one tablespoon of spice mix for one pound of ground meat, or as desired for seasoning.
Greek Seasoning:
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon dried basil
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 1/2 teaspoons dried parsley
- 1 1/2 teaspoons rosemary
Use as desired for seasoning to taste.
Taco Seasoning:
- 2 tablespoons ground cumin
- 1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 /2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 ground pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon oregano
Use one tablespoon of spice mix for one pound of ground meat.
Everything Bagel Seasoning:
Use as desired for seasoning to taste.
Tuscan Spice Seasoning:
- 2 tablespoons dried basil
- 1 tablespoons granulated garlic
- 1 tablespoons kosher or flaked sea salt
- 1 tablespoons dried or crushed rosemary
- 1 tablespoons dried oregano
- 1 tablespoons dried thyme
- 1/2 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 tablespoons dried parsley
Use as desired for seasoning to taste.
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