Chicken Free Thai Basil-Inspired Spice Blend
Bright, citrusy, and just the right amount of fiery, this spice blend captures the soul of Thai basil cooking in a single jar you can reach for any time. Lemongrass and lime zest powder bring that unmistakable Southeast Asian lift, while ground ginger, coriander, and a hit of red chili flakes add warmth and depth that build beautifully. White pepper keeps things aromatic without overwhelming, and the optional galangal nudges the whole blend into something genuinely complex. It comes together in minutes with nothing more than a bowl and a fork — no cooking required. Store-bought seasoning blends can be a minefield when you're avoiding certain proteins or broths, but every single ingredient here is purely plant-based spice, so there's no guesswork involved. Rub it onto tofu, toss it with roasted vegetables, stir it into coconut milk for a quick sauce, or use it to season fried rice — the possibilities are wide open. Make a batch, seal it up, and you've got bold, herbaceous flavor on standby for up to three months.
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8 servings
- 2 tsp dried lemongrass
- 2 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp dried thai basil
- 1 tsp lime zest powder
- 1 tsp red chili flakes
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp white pepper
- ½ tsp fine salt
- ¼ tsp ground galangal (optional)Can be omitted
galangal
Instructions
- 1
Combine the dried lemongrass, ground ginger, dried Thai basil, lime zest powder, red chili flakes, ground coriander, ground turmeric, white pepper, and fine salt in a small bowl. Add the ground galangal, if using.
- 2
Whisk or stir with a fork until the spices are evenly distributed and no clumps remain.
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