Making homemade seasoning blends not only adds great flavor to your favorite dishes but is much more economical and healthier than buying store-bought ones!
I’ll share some of the best homemade seasoning blends plus a few tips and tricks for making them as well as storing your homemade creations!
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Why make your own homemade seasoning blends?
Making your own seasoning blends is as easy as grabbing your spices, measuring them out, and mixing them up!
While a store-bought packet of seasoning mix might cost you a few dollars, you can easily whip up a batch for less than that in 5 minutes or less, which is less time than it would take you to run to the store!
I like to buy my seasonings in bulk to save money as well and I almost always have the spices needed in my pantry to handle almost any combination or seasoning blend I want to make.
Homemade seasoning blends are much healthier than their store-bought counterparts! Have you ever looked at the list of ingredients on one of those little packets? A few things often included are thiamine, mononitrate, riboflavin, and my personal favorite – flavorings. Not things I particularly think taste good nor are they things I want to eat on a regular basis. You’ll find none of those hard-to-pronounce ingredients in your own homemade seasoning blends!
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Tips for Making Your Own Seasoning Blends
Here are a few tips for making your own seasoning blends:
Use mason jars to store your spice blends in and keep them in a cool, dark place. They will last up to 10 months if stored properly! I love these tiny mason jars for storing my homemade seasoning blends.
Experiment with different combinations and flavors! For example, if the blend calls for cayenne or red pepper flakes, feel free to omit them to make a milder spice blend or increase for a little more heat!
Homemade Spice Mixes
I love making my own spice blends! Not only is it more economical but it's so much healthier without the additives and preservatives found in store-bought mixes! Try these mixes today!
Best Burger Seasoning
This dry mix really is the best burger seasoning ever. It is a little sweet, a little spicy, and makes for wonderfully flavorful burgers.
Homemade Sazon Seasoning
Homemade sazon seasoning is a mix of gorgeous Latin spices, including achiote and cumin, and fantastic seasoned in everything from beans to seafood to chicken!
Homemade Taco Seasoning
Homemade taco seasoning is so simple to make plus free of preservatives and additives.
Homemade Chai Spice
If you're looking for a little something to jazz up your baked goods, try homemade chai spice! It takes less than 5 minutes to make and it's the ultimate warming spice blend for cooler weather.
Salt Free BBQ Rub
This savory rub with its combination of rosemary and thyme is great on a Thanksgiving turkey or any other poultry. As an added plus, it is salt and sugar-free.
Homemade Chili Seasoning
Make an amazing chili that is bursting with flavor with this homemade chili seasoning!
Low Country Cajun Seasoning
Low Country Cajun Seasoning is a southern-style tangy cajun seasoning that's great on everything from potatoes to seafood. It's simple to make and adds a kick of flavor to whatever you sprinkle it on.
Peri Peri Seasoning
Homemade peri-peri seasoning is easy to make, and so delicious! Use it to flavor vegetables, chicken, or fish for a delicious and complex meal.
Mala Spice Mix
This blend of mouth-numbing spices is savory, spicy and adds a delicious tingly sensation to meats, noodles, and potatoes.
Chicken Wing Dry Rub
This chicken wing dry rub is sweet, spicy, and packed full of flavor! Dry rub wings are flavorful, super crispy, and delicious! Perfect for game day, family night, or pretty much any time.
Homemade Fajita Seasoning Recipe (and Marinade Too!)
Learn how easy it is to make homemade fajita seasoning. With just a few basic spices, you can whip up this flavorful seasoning blend in minutes.
Homemade Bouillon Powder
This homemade bouillon powder recipe is so easy to make, super flavorful, and much healthier than the store-bought version.
Homemade Poultry Seasoning Recipe
Homemade Poultry Seasoning Recipe – Learn how to make your own herb-based spice blend and transform bland and boring chicken or turkey into a bold and flavorful family meal.
Homemade Greek Seasoning Blend
This homemade Greek Seasoning Blend is a wonderful addition to your kitchen spice cabinet! Mix up a jar to use in all your favorite Greek and Mediterranean-inspired recipes, from delicious roasted vegetables, to perfectly seasoned chicken and lamb, to tasty salad dressing and marinades!
Dukkah Spice Blend
This Dukkah spice blend is a careful concoction of chosen spices with a rustic earthiness put together to transform your meats and other Middle Eastern foods.
Homemade Garlic Bread Seasoning
This homemade garlic bread seasoning is super versatile and effortless and works wonderfully with almost any of your favorite foods.
What’s best is the fact that it takes just a few minutes of kitchen time to put it together.
The Best All-Purpose Seafood Seasoning
This all-purpose seafood seasoning is perfect for fish, shrimp, and really any seafood you can think of! It’s fresh, and flavorful, yet subtle enough to let the seafood shine.
Homemade Dry Ranch Seasoning
Most of your meals are going to be a little bit better when you include this Homemade Dry Ranch Seasoning in them! Once you learn how to make this ranch dip mix DIY, you will never want to buy store-bought again. It goes great with salads, on potatoes, or to dip your favorite veggies in.
Sour Cream and Onion Popcorn Seasoning
Making your own popcorn seasoning is a snap, and this seasoning is a great way to add zip to an old standby. This Sour Cream and Onion Popcorn Seasoning is easy to make, and it gives your popcorn a delicious savory flavor. It’s perfect for movie night or any time you’re in the mood for some tasty popcorn.
Homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice
Make your own homemade pumpkin pie spice and skip the store-bought blends!
Best Dry Dill Seasoning Recipe
If you’ve never tried dill as a dry seasoning before, now is the time to get acquainted with this fantastic Best Dry Dill Seasoning Recipe. Known for its ability to enhance the flavor of other foods, dill has been used almost universally as a moist herb in most kitchens.
Homemade Apple Pie Spice
Homemade apple pie spice is made from a blend of warm spices. This easy spice blend can be stirred up in minutes, and it can be used in a number of recipes.
Homemade Curry Powder Recipe
With my homemade curry powder recipe, you can enjoy a perfectly balanced flavor profile that combines the earthiness of whole spices with the pungency of ground spices.
Garam Masala Recipe
Garam masala is an essential ingredient in South Asian cuisine, and our Pakistani Garam Masala elevates the flavor of any dish.
Jamaican Jerk Seasoning
Our recipe for Jamaican Jerk Seasoning is a perfect dry rub for chicken, pork, or fish; you can turn it into a paste or add it to soups and stews.
Homemade Dry Adobo Seasoning
home using ingredients you likely already have in your cupboard and can be endlessly customized to suit your tastes.
Italian Seasoning Substitute
Homemade Italian seasoning substitute is a mix of quintessential Italian flavors. Simply mix our recommended spices together to add flavor to your recipe!
FAQ’s
Can I use store-bought spices to make my own seasoning blends?
Yes, you can use store-bought spices to make your own seasoning blends.
How long do homemade seasoning blends last?
Homemade seasoning blends can last for several months if they are stored properly. To store your seasoning blends, place them in an airtight container in a cool, dark place.
Can I use homemade spices mixes in place of store-bought seasonings?
Yes, you can use homemade seasoning blends in place of store-bought seasonings. However, you may need to adjust the amount of seasoning that you use. Homemade seasoning blends are often more flavorful than store-bought seasonings, so you may need to use less.
These DIY seasoning blends will enhance your cooking from main dishes to desserts! I hope you found the perfect seasoning blend or two to add that extra something special to your next dish!
