Oats Free Old Bay–Style Seasoning Blend
Spice blends are one of those pantry staples that seem simple until you start reading labels and realize how many commercial versions are processed on shared lines alongside grains and fillers. This homemade version keeps things completely clean — every ingredient is a pure spice or dried herb, so there's no guesswork about what's actually in the jar. The combination of celery salt, warm turmeric, ginger, and a whisper of Ceylon cinnamon creates that deeply savory, slightly briny complexity that makes seafood, roasted vegetables, and grilled proteins absolutely sing. Dried thyme, oregano, and basil round out the blend with an herby backbone, while garlic and onion powder tie everything together into something that tastes far more sophisticated than the sum of its parts. The optional ground cloves add a subtle warmth that takes the whole thing to another level if you're feeling bold. It comes together in minutes with just a bowl and a whisk, and a sealed jar will keep it fresh for up to three months — meaning you can batch it ahead and reach for it whenever you need a serious flavor boost.
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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.