BHA & BHT Free Old Bay–Style Seasoning Blend
Spice blends are one of those pantry staples that seem harmless until you flip the container over and find a list of preservatives you weren't expecting. Many commercial seafood seasonings rely on BHA and BHT to extend shelf life, which makes this from-scratch version such a smart swap. Every ingredient here is a whole spice or dried herb — celery salt, turmeric, ginger, thyme, oregano, basil, garlic powder, onion powder, and a warm hint of Ceylon cinnamon — nothing more, nothing less. The result is a bold, complex blend with that familiar savory-spicy depth you'd want on shrimp, corn, roasted potatoes, or anything else that calls for a serious seasoning moment. Whisking everything together until the turmeric is fully incorporated takes about two minutes, and then it's done — sealed in a jar and ready to use for up to three months. Making it yourself also means you control the salt level and can leave out the cloves if that's not your thing. It's the kind of small kitchen project that pays off every single time you reach for it.
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16 servings
- 2 tbsp celery salt
- 1 tbsp dried parsley
- 2 tsp ground turmeric
- 2 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground cloves (optional)
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
Instructions
- 1
Combine the celery salt, dried parsley, turmeric, ginger, thyme, oregano, basil, garlic powder, onion powder, Ceylon cinnamon, ground cloves (if using), and fine sea salt in a small mixing bowl and whisk until evenly blended with no streaks of turmeric remaining.
- 2
Transfer the blend to an airtight jar or container, seal tightly, and store at room temperature away from direct light and heat for up to 3 months.