Homemade Spice Blends
Elevate your cooking game with this easy and versatile recipe for Homemade Spice Blends, featuring three distinct combinations: All-Purpose Seasoning, Taco Seasoning, and Garam Masala. In just 10 minutes, you can create a trio of flavorful, preservative-free blends using pantry staples like ground paprika, cumin, garlic powder, and turmeric. Perfect for adding depth to your favorite dishes, this recipe allows you to tailor the blends to your taste while saving money and reducing waste. Use the All-Purpose Seasoning to enhance soups, roasted vegetables, and meats, the Taco Seasoning for a zesty kick in burritos or fajitas, and the Garam Masala to bring bold, aromatic warmth to curries and rice dishes. Store your spice blends in labeled, airtight containers for up to six months and enjoy homemade flavor at your fingertips! Keywords: homemade spice blends, DIY seasoning, all-purpose seasoning, taco seasoning, garam masala, pantry staples.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Ground paprika
- 2 tablespoons Garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons Onion powder
- 1 tablespoon Dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon Ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Chili powder
- 2 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
- 2 teaspoons Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Ground cardamom
- 1 teaspoon Ground turmeric
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon Salt (optional)
Instructions
Divide the ingredients into three groups for the different spice blends: All-Purpose Seasoning, Taco Seasoning, and Garam Masala.
For All-Purpose Seasoning: Combine 2 tablespoons ground paprika, 2 tablespoons garlic powder, 2 tablespoons onion powder, 1 tablespoon dried oregano, 1 tablespoon ground black pepper, and 1 teaspoon salt (optional). Mix well and store in an airtight container.
For Taco Seasoning: Mix 1 tablespoon chili powder, 2 teaspoons ground cumin, 1 teaspoon ground coriander, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper, and 1 teaspoon salt (optional). Stir until thoroughly combined and store in an airtight container.
For Garam Masala: Blend 2 teaspoons ground cumin, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon ground cardamom, 1 teaspoon ground turmeric, 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg, and 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper. Mix well and transfer to an airtight container.
Label each container with the spice blend name and the date it was prepared. Store the blends in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months.
Use these blends to season a variety of dishes as needed. For example, the All-Purpose Seasoning can enhance roasted vegetables, chicken, or soups, while the Taco Seasoning is perfect for Mexican dishes. The Garam Masala pairs well with curries, rice, and lentils.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
268 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 5.4 g | 7% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.8 g | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2386 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 56.4 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.3 g | 72% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.9 g | ||
| Protein | 9.8 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 290 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 14.9 mg | 83% | |
| Potassium | 1048 mg | 22% | |
*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.
