Emulsifier Free Thai Basil-Inspired Spice Blend
Bright, citrusy, and just the right amount of heat, this homemade spice blend captures the bold flavors of Thai cooking in a single jar. Lemongrass and lime zest powder bring that signature floral tang, while red chili flakes, white pepper, and ground ginger layer in warmth that builds beautifully. Ground coriander and turmeric round everything out with earthy depth, and a pinch of galangal adds an extra dimension if you have it on hand. The beauty of mixing your own blend is knowing exactly what went into it — no fillers, no flow agents, no hidden additives that sneak emulsifiers into pre-made spice packets. It comes together in minutes with nothing more than a bowl and a fork, and it stores well for up to three months in an airtight jar. Use it as a dry rub, stir it into sauces, or bloom it in oil to kick off a stir-fry — the possibilities are genuinely endless.
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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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