Old Bay Seasoning
Bring the iconic flavor of the Chesapeake Bay into your kitchen with this homemade Old Bay Seasoning recipe! Crafted with a harmonious blend of aromatic spices like celery salt, paprika, ground bay leaf, and warm notes of cinnamon and nutmeg, this DIY seasoning mix delivers a perfect balance of savory and zesty. Ready in just 5 minutes, this versatile blend is ideal for adding a bold and nostalgic kick to seafood, poultry, roasted veggies, or even popcorn. Say goodbye to store-bought versions and enjoy the pure, preservative-free taste of this classic spice mix, perfect for elevating your culinary creations!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Celery salt
- 1 tablespoon Paprika (sweet or smoked)
- 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Ground white pepper
- 1 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon Ground mustard
- 1 teaspoon Ground mace
- 1 teaspoon Ground cardamom
- 1 teaspoon Ground allspice
- 1 teaspoon Ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cloves
- 1 teaspoon Ground bay leaf (or 3 dried bay leaves, finely ground)
- 1 teaspoon Ground ginger
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine all the spices and seasonings listed in the ingredients.
Stir or whisk thoroughly to ensure the spice mixture is evenly blended.
Transfer your homemade Old Bay Seasoning into an airtight container or spice jar for storage.
Label the container with the name and date to ensure freshness over time.
Use your homemade Old Bay Seasoning with seafood, poultry, vegetables, or any dish needing a flavorful boost.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
84 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.0 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 15 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.3 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.1 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.3 g | ||
| Protein | 2.4 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 119 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 319 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.
