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Homemade Seasoning Recipes

ByLisa Kerhin
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Are you ready to discover how easy it is to create your own Homemade Seasoning Recipes? The homemade seasoning recipes shared on Blogghetti are ones that are tried and true with my family. They are created using common ingredients typically found in your pantry and are easy to find in your grocery store.

If you’re tired of store-bought seasonings that are packed with unwanted additives. Elevate your meals with these homemade seasoning mixes that are not only flavorful but also healthier. This collection of recipes will guide you through creating your own spice blends that you can tailor to your taste preferences.

Four homemade seasoning recipes in glass jars. The top left image shows a brown seasoning blend with a wooden scoop. The top right image shows a lighter-colored seasoning blend with a wooden scoop. The bottom left image shows a red seasoning blend with a spoon. The bottom right image shows a dried oregano seasoning with a measuring spoon. The image is labeled "Homemade Seasoning Recipes"

Creating custom seasonings for the recipes you love is easy and is actually fun to do. I get a great deal of satisfaction when I know I am using my personal spice blends that I can control the salt, and the level of spice, and make double or triple the amounts depending on how often I use them. It’s also nice to know I am using flavor combinations that aren’t filled with preservatives or anything I don’t want.

Homemade Seasoning Recipes

These homemade seasoning recipes have been created to replace some of the prepackaged mixes that are most often used in recipes. Creating spice blends in bulk not only saves money but you will always have them on hand when you need to use them.

  • Italian Seasoning Recipe – Probably the most common blend and most used of all seasonings after salt and pepper. It’s a simple blend of dried basil, oregano, thyme, and other classic herbs.
  • DIY Creole Seasoning Recipe – This spice mix is known for its bold, zesty, and slightly spicy flavor profile, making it a versatile addition to a wide range of dishes.
  • Homemade Pot Roast Seasoning – A mix of herbs and spices that creates the most flavorful pot roasts. It’s not just for roasts, you can use it as a dry rub for other meats, too.
  • Homemade Beef Stew Seasoning – Forget the package from the store and use this homemade mix. It’s made with savory spices and herbs along with a bit of flour to help thicken the stew.
  • Mexican Street Corn Seasoning Recipe – Use this on grilled corn for the perfect zesty side dish. Great for other vegetables, too.
  • Homemade Steak Taco Seasoning – A bold blend of spices for more than just tacos. It’s great to use in a marinade or to add more flavor to other cuts of meats or vegetables.
  • Philly Cheese Steak Seasoning Recipe – This steak spice blend will make your steak and cheese sandwiches even better. It’s great on other meats, to season vegetables with, and use in marinades, too.
  • Poultry Seasoning Recipe – Simple herb and spice mixture that can be used for more than chicken and turkey recipes. Try it in soups, gravies, on vegetables, and in marinades.
  • Street Taco Seasoning Recipe – Create a spicy blend that will spice up street tacos or Taco Tuesday. Homemade blend of spices that’s easy to make and delivers bold flavors in every bite.
  • Everything Bagel Seasoning Recipe – Make your own everything seasoning to use on more than bagels! It’s easy to make this popular store-brand mix.
  • Flavor God Everything Seasoning Copycat Recipe – Elevate your meals with this easy-to-make all-purpose seasoning. It’s perfect for adding a burst of flavor to everything from meats and vegetables to soups and salads.
  • Homemade Cajun Seasoning – Give your meals a flavorful kick with this spicy mix. Just 8 common pantry ingredients is all you need.
  • Homemade Fajita Seasoning – This mixture of spices and herbs has a big flavor and can be used on more than just fajitas. Try it in soups, stews, over vegetables, and pasta salads.
  • Homemade Pumpkin Spice Mix – This cinnamon-ginger-nutmeg mix is perfect for all of your fall-flavored foods.

Don’t be afraid to experiment with your DIY seasoning mixes and create your own signature blend. These flavorful mixes also make fantastic homemade gifts.

A wooden tray filled with glass jars of various spices. The jars contain cumin seeds, mustard seeds, juniper berries, dried oregano, and dried chili flakes. A small wooden scoop rests on the tray, and a sprig of parsley is in the background.

Essential Tools to Make Homemade Seasonings

The tools I recommend are items you most likely are using already, but I wanted to give you some examples of items that are great for preparing and storing homemade spices.

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  • Measuring cups and spoons – this is a space-saving set.
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spice grinder – if you buy your spices whole like cinnamon, nutmeg, or whole cloves you will want to grind them into a powder consistency to mix your spice blends. A coffee grinder will also work.
  • Small food processor – this small appliance will also pulse your spices and herbs into a fine consistency.
  • Whisk – used to blend the ingredients.
  • Microplane grater – if you have whole spices, you can always use this gadget to grate them. Also used for zesting citrus.
  • Spice Jars or Mason Jars – use containers that have tight-fitting lids.
  • Funnel – a funnel makes it easy to pour your blends into a jar.
  • Jar Labels – some spice blends look very similar so labeling your jars is important.

I often use glass jelly jars to store my homemade spices in or Re-Purpose Starbucks Bottles for my spices.

Pro Tip: Sometimes I find my local Asian or Mexican markets to have less expensive herbs and spices without losing their freshness or potency.

Essential Ingredients for Homemade Seasonings

When creating your own seasonings, you will mostly be using dried herbs as they will last much longer than fresh. Be sure to check the expiration dates of all your ingredients. If they are nearing their expiration or do not smell fragrant anymore, toss them and buy new ones.

Ground spices are the foundation of most seasonings. Popular choices include black pepper, paprika, cumin, turmeric, chili powder, ginger, garlic powder, onion powder, and mustard powder. Some recipes may call for whole spices like whole cloves or bay leaves.

Dried herbs are typically used in herb seasoning blends. Popular options include dried oregano, thyme, rosemary, basil, parsley, and sage.

Other ingredients that may be used are salt, sugar, or dried citrus zest.

The specific combination of ingredients will depend on the desired flavor profile of your spice mixture. Experimenting is to find the perfect blend for your tastes and recipes.

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How to Make Your Own Seasonings

It’s a simple process to make your own seasonings. Gather your ingredients for the recipe you are making. Measure out the amounts needed and combine them in a bowl. Mix and pour into your choice of container that is airtight.

Store your spice creations in a cool, dark place away from a heat source. It’s best not to Store spices near the stove or over the refrigerator as they both give off heat. Heat can alter the taste and freshness of spices.

A glass jar with a metal clamp closure filled with a mixture of dried chili peppers, herbs, and spices. The jar is sitting on a gray surface with a striped cloth in the background.

Homemade seasonings offer a flavorful and customizable way to enhance your cooking. By creating your own blends, you can control the ingredients, save money, tailor flavors to your preferences, and add depth to your dishes.

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2 Comments

  1. Karen's Kitchen Stories says:

    I know I’d use all of these! What a great way to control the sodium in seasonings!

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    1. Yes! and for my family, the “spice” level. I have one that loves the heat off the charts so I may a separate batch of a few of the mixes just for her.

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