Pistachio Free Old Bay–Style Seasoning Blend
Homemade spice blends are one of those kitchen projects that feel almost too easy for how impressive the results are. This Old Bay–inspired mix layers celery salt, warm ginger, earthy turmeric, and a bouquet of dried herbs into something deeply savory and just a little complex — the kind of seasoning that makes seafood, roasted vegetables, and snack popcorn taste like you actually know what you're doing. Store-bought seasoning blends can be a minefield when you're avoiding tree nuts, since shared processing facilities and vague "natural flavors" labels make it hard to know exactly what's in the tin. Mixing your own from scratch means every single ingredient is visible, verified, and under your control. The technique couldn't be simpler — whisk everything together until the turmeric is fully incorporated with no yellow streaks, then seal it up in an airtight jar. It keeps for up to three months at room temperature, so you can batch it out and have a reliable, flavor-packed blend ready whenever you need 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.