Eggless Old Bay–Style Seasoning Blend
That bold, briny punch you get from a classic seafood seasoning blend is fully achievable right in your own kitchen with nothing but a whisk and a handful of pantry spices. Celery salt lays down the savory backbone, while turmeric, ginger, and Ceylon cinnamon add warmth and a subtle complexity that makes this blend genuinely addictive. Dried thyme, oregano, and basil round everything out with herby depth, and a touch of garlic and onion powder ties it all together. Since it's built entirely from dried spices and herbs, there's absolutely nothing here to worry about on the egg front — no hidden binders, no surprise additives, just pure seasoning. Whisking until no streaks of turmeric remain is the one small trick that ensures every pinch you shake out is perfectly balanced. Seal it up in an airtight jar and you've got a reliable, flavor-packed blend ready to go for the next three months. Sprinkle it on roasted vegetables, stir it into dips, or use it wherever you'd reach for a store-bought seafood spice — this homemade version is hard to beat.
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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.