Artificial Flavors Free Herb Roasting Rub
Most store-bought seasoning blends are loaded with "natural flavors," anti-caking agents, and other additives that have no business being on your dinner. This homemade rub is built entirely from real dried herbs and spices — rosemary, thyme, oregano, parsley, turmeric, ginger, garlic powder, onion powder, lemon zest, and a little heat from cayenne if you're into it. Every single ingredient is exactly what it says it is, which makes it a genuinely clean alternative to anything you'd grab off a grocery store shelf. The combination is warm, aromatic, and bright, with the lemon zest cutting through the earthiness in the best possible way. It takes just a few minutes to mix together, and once it's sealed in a jar it keeps for up to three months — so you can batch it out and have it ready to go whenever dinner needs a serious upgrade. Press it onto chicken, fish, pork, or roasted vegetables and let the oven do the rest. It's the kind of pantry staple that quietly makes everything taste more intentional.
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8 servings
- 2 tbsp dried rosemary
- 2 tbsp dried thyme
- 1 tbsp dried oregano
- 1 tbsp dried parsley
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp lemon zest, dried or fresh
- ½ tsp ground black pepper
- ½ tsp sea salt
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the dried rosemary, thyme, oregano, parsley, turmeric, ginger, garlic powder, onion powder, lemon zest, black pepper, sea salt, and cayenne (if using) in a small mixing bowl and stir until evenly blended.
- 2
Transfer the rub to an airtight jar or container. Store at room temperature away from heat and light for up to 3 months.
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