Macadamia Free Thai Basil-Inspired Spice Blend
Bright, citrusy, and just the right amount of fiery, this homemade spice blend captures the soul of Thai cooking in a single jar. Lemongrass and lime zest powder bring that signature floral tang, while red chili flakes and white pepper layer in a slow, satisfying heat. Ground ginger, coriander, and turmeric round everything out with warmth and depth, and the optional galangal adds an earthy, almost piney note for anyone who wants to lean further into Southeast Asian flavor. Pre-mixed blends from the store can be a gamble — mystery fillers, shared processing lines, and ingredients you didn't ask for — so making your own puts you fully in control. The whole process takes just a few minutes: stir, whisk, jar, done. Use it as a dry rub, stir it into coconut-based sauces, or dust it over roasted vegetables whenever you want a weeknight meal to taste like something special. Stored away from light and heat, one batch will keep your pantry stocked 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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