Chicken Free Herb Roasting Rub
This fragrant spice blend is the kind of kitchen staple that makes everything it touches taste intentional and deeply seasoned. Rosemary, thyme, oregano, and parsley form a classic herbal backbone, while turmeric, ginger, and a hint of cayenne add warmth and a subtle kick that keeps things interesting. The lemon zest is the quiet hero here — it brightens the whole blend and lifts the earthier spices beautifully. Mixing it up yourself means you know exactly what's in the jar, with no mystery fillers or flavor enhancers hiding in a store-bought packet. It comes together in minutes and keeps for up to three months, so you can batch it once and reach for it all season long. Press it onto fish, pork, or roasted vegetables and let the oven do the rest — the results are aromatic, golden, and genuinely impressive with very little effort.
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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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