Macadamia Free Italian Herb & Spice Rub
Homemade spice blends are one of those small kitchen wins that make everything taste more intentional, and this Italian-inspired rub delivers serious flavor with almost zero effort. Oregano, basil, rosemary, and thyme form a fragrant herbal backbone, while smoked paprika adds a subtle depth and turmeric brings a warm, golden undertone you wouldn't expect but absolutely won't regret. A hit of garlic powder and optional red pepper flakes round it all out into something genuinely versatile. Store-bought seasoning blends can be a minefield of mystery ingredients and shared-facility warnings, so mixing your own from individual spices gives you complete control over what goes into the jar. Stir everything together, seal it up, and it keeps for up to six months — meaning you can batch it ahead and reach for it whenever dinner needs a lift. Rub it onto chicken, stir it into olive oil for dipping, or dust it over roasted vegetables for an instant upgrade.
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8 servings
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 2 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried rosemary, finely crushed
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the oregano, basil, crushed rosemary, thyme, garlic powder, smoked paprika, turmeric, black pepper, salt, and red pepper flakes (if using) in a small bowl and stir until evenly blended.
- 2
Transfer to an airtight jar and store at room temperature, away from direct heat and light, for up to 6 months.