Prairie Dust
Elevate your culinary creations with Prairie Dust, a bold and versatile homemade seasoning blend that combines smoky, savory, and subtly sweet flavors to perfection. Featuring a carefully balanced mix of pantry staples like paprika, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and brown sugar, this spice mix brings a robust depth to any dish. A subtle heat from cayenne pepper pairs beautifully with aromatic ground mustard and dried thyme, making it the ultimate go-to for seasoning chicken, pork, beef, roasted vegetables, or even soups and stews. With just five minutes of prep, this customizable blend, stored in a jar, will quickly become your secret weapon for unforgettable meals. Perfect for grilling, roasting, or enhancing everyday recipes, Prairie Dust is a must-have kitchen staple for flavor enthusiasts!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Paprika
- 1 tablespoon Smoked Paprika
- 1 tablespoon Garlic Powder
- 1 tablespoon Onion Powder
- 2 teaspoons Black Pepper, freshly ground
- 1 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
- 1 teaspoon Ground Mustard
- 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
- 1 tablespoon Kosher Salt
- 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar
Instructions
In a small mixing bowl, combine all the ingredients: paprika, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, cayenne pepper, ground mustard, dried thyme, kosher salt, and brown sugar.
Whisk the ingredients together thoroughly to ensure an even distribution of flavors.
Transfer the Prairie Dust seasoning mix to an airtight container, such as a jar or a spice tin, and store it in a cool, dry place.
Use the Prairie Dust as a seasoning for meats like chicken, pork, or beef by generously coating the surface before grilling or roasting. You can also sprinkle it onto roasted vegetables or use it to add a smoky depth to soups and stews.
Adjust seasoning to taste when applying to various dishes, as the blend contains salt and sugar for balance.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
171 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.6 g | 5% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.6 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1799 mg | 78% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.2 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.4 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.3 g | ||
| Protein | 6.0 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 131 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 6.5 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 737 mg | 16% | |
*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.
