Fructose Free Old Bay–Style Seasoning Blend
Spice blends are one of those pantry staples that seem simple until you start reading labels on the store-bought versions and find unexpected fillers, anti-caking agents, or sweeteners that can sneak in unwanted fructose. This homemade blend puts you fully in control, using nothing but straightforward dried herbs and spices you can verify yourself. The combination of celery salt, turmeric, ginger, thyme, oregano, and basil builds that bold, savory depth you'd expect from a classic seafood-style seasoning, with warm notes from Ceylon cinnamon rounding everything out beautifully. Whisking it together takes less than five minutes, and once it's sealed in a jar it keeps for up to three months — meaning you can batch it ahead and reach for it whenever you need a reliable, fuss-free flavor boost. Shake it over roasted vegetables, stir it into marinades, or dust it onto proteins before cooking for an instant upgrade. Knowing exactly what's in your spice rack is genuinely one of the easiest wins you can give yourself in the kitchen.
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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.