Seasoning Mixes
Below are recipes for several of the seasoning mixes that are used in my recipes.
Handy tools to have on hand when making your seasoning mixes:
- mortar and pestle or electric herb grinder: For grinding your spices into finer grains or powders.
- spice jars: To store your mixes.
- measuring spoons and cups: To accurately measure out the ingredients for your mixes.
- dust mask, safety googles, rubber gloves: Some spices can cause irritation in your lungs, eyes, or on your skin; especially for those with respiratory issues or sensitivities. These items can help reduce any discomfort those spices may cause.
- funnel: To pour your mixes into your spice jars
- labels: Labelling your mixes as soon as they are made will prevent mix-ups in your recipes.
- herb scissors: For cutting your fresh herbs into fine pieces.
- dehydrator, or baking tray and an oven: For drying your own fresh ingredients to create the spices for your mixes.
Seasoning Mixes:
Adobo Seasoning
Adobo Seasoning can be used as is, as a rub, or in a marinade. It is similar to Cajun seasoning, but not as spicy.
This recipe makes approximately 2 1/2 to 3 tablespoons of seasoning.
Ingredients:
- 3/4 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 tbsp sea salt, fine or a salt substitute
- 1/2 tsp Hungarian paprika
- 3/4 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 3/4 tsp cumin
Mix all of the ingredients together and store in spice jars or an airtight container.
seasoning-salt
This recipe makes just over 1/4 cup of seasoning mix.
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup sea salt, fine a salt substitute
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Hungarian paprika
- 1/2 tsp ground red pepper
Mix all ingredients together and store in in spice jars or an airtight container.
Celery Salt
This recipe makes approximately 1/2 cup of seasoning mix.
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup celery seed
- 1/4 cup sea salt a salt substitute
- Grind ingredients together until fine with a mortar and pestle.
- Store in in spice jars or an airtight container.
Italian Seasoning:
This recipe makes approximately 2 1/2 to 3 tbsp of seasoning mix.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 tsp dried basil
- 2 tbsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp dried rosemary
- 1 tsp dried marjoram
- 1/2 tsp dried sage
- 1 tsp dried thyme
Mix all ingredients together and store in in spice jars or an airtight container.
Ryan’s Special Seasoning Blend
This recipe makes approximately 3/4 cup of seasoning mix.
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup smoked paprika
- 3 tbsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp seasoning salt
- 1 tsp celery salt
- 3 tsp sea salt, fine a salt substitute
- 2 tsp white granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cayenne pepper
Mix all ingredients together and store in in spice jars or an airtight container.
