Nickel Allergy Friendly Thai Basil-Inspired Spice Blend
Bright, citrusy, and layered with heat, this homemade spice blend captures the bold soul of Thai cooking in a single jar. Managing a nickel allergy can make store-bought spice mixes a real gamble — many commercial blends contain fillers, anti-caking agents, or mystery ingredients that make it hard to know exactly what you're getting. Mixing your own from scratch puts you fully in control, and every ingredient here is straightforward and easy to source. Dried lemongrass and lime zest powder bring that signature tang, while ground ginger, coriander, and a touch of turmeric build warmth and depth. Red chili flakes and white pepper add a gentle, lingering heat that doesn't overpower the more delicate floral notes. A pinch of ground galangal is optional but worth it if you want an extra layer of earthy complexity. Stir it together, seal it in a jar, and you've got a reliable, safe seasoning ready to go for 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 omittedgalangal
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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