Peanut Free Italian Herb & Spice Rub
A good spice rub can completely transform a weeknight dinner, and this fragrant Italian-inspired blend delivers serious depth with almost zero effort. Dried oregano, basil, rosemary, and thyme form the aromatic backbone, while smoked paprika adds a subtle warmth and turmeric brings a gorgeous golden hue to whatever you coat it with. A pinch of red pepper flakes is optional, so you can dial the heat up or down depending on who's at the table. Store-bought seasoning blends can be a minefield when you're avoiding cross-contamination, since shared production lines and vague labeling make it hard to know exactly what's in the jar. Mixing your own from individual spices puts you fully in control, and this recipe comes together in about two minutes with nothing more than a bowl and a spoon. Once it's blended, it keeps in an airtight jar for up to six months, so you're always just a pinch away from bold, herby flavor. Rub it onto chicken, fish, roasted vegetables, or even stir it into olive oil for a quick dipping sauce — the possibilities are genuinely endless.
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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.