Elevate your seasoning game with this Homemade Old Bay Spice Mix—a zesty blend of pantry staples that perfectly balances smoky, savory, and aromatic notes. Featuring paprika, celery salt, dry mustard, and an array of warming spices like nutmeg, cloves, and cinnamon, this DIY recipe takes just 5 minutes to prepare and captures the iconic flavor of the beloved seafood seasoning. Ideal for seasoning crab, shrimp, chicken, or roasted vegetables, this customizable spice mix is a must-have for your kitchen. Plus, with no preservatives, it's fresher and healthier than store-bought alternatives. Store it in an airtight container, and enjoy bold, flavorful meals anytime!
Gather all the ingredients and ensure they are measured accurately.
Combine the paprika, celery salt, dry mustard, black pepper, white pepper, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, ground nutmeg, ground cloves, ground allspice, ground cardamom, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, and ground bay leaves in a small mixing bowl.
Whisk the ingredients thoroughly until they are evenly blended.
Transfer the mix into an airtight spice jar or container for storage.
Store in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months.
Use as needed to season seafood, poultry, vegetables, or any dish that could use a flavorful kick.
Calories |
71 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 3.1 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 12 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.2 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.5 g | ||
| Protein | 2.9 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 62 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 350 mg | 7% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.