Low FODMAP Thai Basil-Inspired Spice Blend
Bright, citrusy, and just the right amount of heat, this homemade spice blend captures the bold soul of Thai cooking without any of the gut-unfriendly ingredients that can sneak into store-bought seasoning mixes. Onion powder and garlic powder are the usual culprits hiding in pre-made blends, but every ingredient here — lemongrass, ginger, Thai basil, lime zest powder, coriander, turmeric, and more — is chosen with a sensitive digestive system in mind. The result is a fragrant, layered mix that smells incredible the moment you open the jar. A pinch of red chili flakes brings gentle warmth, while the optional ground galangal adds an earthy, almost floral depth if you want to lean into the Southeast Asian character even further. Stir it together in minutes, seal it up, and you have a reliable flavor booster ready to go for the next three months. It makes eight servings, so a single batch goes a long way across weeknight stir-fries, marinades, soups, or roasted vegetables. Having this on your spice shelf means bold, restaurant-worthy flavor is always one spoonful away — no label-reading required.
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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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