Homemade Beef Stew Seasoning
This Homemade Beef Stew Seasoning elevates the classic stew with the perfect blend of spices infusing every bite with rich, savory goodness. The easy recipe is quick to make and uses simple ingredients commonly found in the kitchen pantry. You can have a batch ready to make a hearty beef stew in just a few minutes.
The recipe combines rosemary, basil, oregano, onion powder, salt, and more to amp up the rich flavors of beef, potatoes, carrots, and all your favorite stew ingredients. You won’t be buying store-bought mixes again once you start making your own homemade seasoning recipes.
There’s nothing quite like the comforting warmth of a homemade beef stew on a chilly day. But what I truly think makes this classic dish is the perfect blend of spices. My family loves beef stew and I always used the packet of seasoning mix from the store. I tried many recipes without it and they snubbed them all except for the one with the packet.
That is until now. I finally perfected my homemade beef stew seasoning mix and my family loves the stew. It is filled with wonderfully warm and savory spices and herbs along with a bit of flour to help thicken the stew. They can’t tell I didn’t use the store-bought mix and I am not letting them in on my secret. I no longer use the seasoning packets from the store as I have found this blend to be much better with the benefit of no additives or preservatives.
Homemade Beef Stew Seasoning
If you’re tired of buying the pre-packaged spice mixes create your own. This homemade beef stew seasoning is bursting with flavor and it is simple to make. Just like my homemade pot roast seasoning, this recipe lets you customize it with different spices to match your taste buds perfectly. If you prefer not to use dried parsley or add the cayenne pepper, omit them. On the other hand, if you want to bump up the heat, add a bit more of the cayenne pepper or add a little red pepper flakes.
Making your own seasoning mixes like this Homemade Fajita Seasoning is not only budget-friendly, but it also delivers a fresher taste that will leave you wondering why you ever settled for the pre-made stuff.
Be sure to start with fresh spices and herbs – check the expiration dates of the bottles in your pantry.
Timesaving Tips and Variations
- The key to a great seasoning blend is starting with high-quality dried herbs.
- You will notice that there is no garlic powder in this recipe. That is because I like to add fresh garlic to my beef stew; however, you can add 2 tablespoons of garlic powder with the other ingredients.
- Adjust the salt to your tastes.
- Not enough ground black pepper for your tastes? Add up to a tablespoon more to the basic recipe.
- If you prefer a finer texture that evenly distributes throughout your dishes, consider giving the herbs a quick pulse in a spice grinder or mortar and pestle. This is especially helpful if your blend contains larger herbs like rosemary.
- Store your seasoning in an airtight container or jar, preferably in a cool, dark place, to keep it fresh for months. Glass jars work well, and you can even repurpose small spice jars for this purpose.
- To keep track of freshness, always label your container with the name of the blend and the date you made it. While dried herbs don’t spoil, they do lose potency over time. Using them within six months will give you the best flavor.
Homemade spice mixes are free from preservatives and artificial additives, this homemade seasoning mix ensures a fresh, natural taste in every spoonful.
How to Use Homemade Beef Stew Seasoning Mix
When making stew, use 2 to 3 tablespoons of this mixture per pound of stew meat. Toss the meat in the mixture before browning the meat, then proceed with your favorite beef stew recipe.
You also add a bit of the seasoning directly into the stew for more flavor, and taste test along the way.
Remember, you can double or triple this recipe to keep a larger amount of the stew flavoring mix on hand.
Ways to use Beef Stew Homemade Seasoning
This beef stew seasoning can also be used to flavor or season other meats like chicken or pork. It can be added to enhance soups like slow cooker chicken and vegetable soup or use it to season these Grilled Hobo Dinner Packets. It makes a great dry rub for most meats to grill or slow cook, too. Try it on this Slow Cooker Everything Seasoning Pot Roast, too.
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This seasoning mix can be made in bulk and stored for later use, making it a great time-saver for busy schedules and meal planning.
Ingredients
I love that the ingredients for most homemade blends of seasonings are items that are pretty much standard in your spice cabinets. I am linking to a couple that you may not have so you can see what to look for at the store. Also, you can use gluten-free flour if you would like.
- flour
- onion powder
- black pepper
- paprika
- celery seed
- dried basil
- dried parsley
- salt
- dried oregano
- dried rosemary
- cayenne pepper
This dynamic combination of spices brings out the best in your stew, creating a perfect balance of flavors between the meat and vegetables.
Directions to Make Homemade Beef Stew Seasoning
It’s super easy to make this herb and spice blend. In a medium bowl, mix to combine all ingredients.
Store in an airtight container until ready to use in your favorite recipes. The seasonings should last several months if stored properly.
With its rich blend of spices, your homemade beef stew seasoning can become a staple in your pantry, adding flavor to countless dishes.
Other Stew Recipes
If you love stews, then these recipes are worth a try! They all are delicious meals your family will love.
There’s nothing like a warm, hearty stew to bring warmth on a chilly day. It’s the best kind of comfort food.
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Homemade Beef Stew Seasoning
Ingredients
- 1 cup flour
- 2 tablespoons onion powder
- 2 tablespoons paprika
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon celery seed
- 1 tablespoon dried basil
- 1 tablespoon dried parsley
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- It’s super easy to make this herb and spice blend. In a medium bowl, mix to combine all ingredients.
- Store in an airtight container until ready to use in your favorite recipes. The seasonings should last several months if stored properly.
- When making stew, use 2 to 3 tablespoons of this mixture per pound of stew meat. Toss the meat in the mixture before browning the meat, then proceed with your favorite beef stew recipe.
Notes
- The key to a great seasoning blend is starting with high-quality dried herbs.
- You will notice that there is no garlic powder in this recipe. That is because I like to add fresh garlic to my beef stew; however, you can add 2 tablespoons of garlic powder with the other ingredients.
- Adjust the salt to your tastes.
- Not enough ground black pepper for your tastes? Add up to a tablespoon more to the basic recipe.
- If you prefer a finer texture that evenly distributes throughout your dishes, consider giving the herbs a quick pulse in a spice grinder or mortar and pestle. This is especially helpful if your blend contains larger herbs like rosemary.
- Store your seasoning in an airtight container or jar, preferably in a cool, dark place, to keep it fresh for months. Glass jars work well, and you can even repurpose small spice jars for this purpose.
- To keep track of freshness, always label your container with the name of the blend and the date you made it. While dried herbs don’t spoil, they do lose potency over time. Using them within six months will give you the best flavor.
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