Paraben Free 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 in a single jar. Lemongrass and lime zest powder bring that signature floral tang, while ground ginger, coriander, and a hit of red chili flakes layer in warmth and depth. A touch of turmeric adds earthy color, and white pepper rounds everything out with a subtle, clean bite. For anyone navigating paraben-free living, pre-mixed seasoning blends and spice packets from the store can be a minefield — preservatives and additives sneak in where you'd least expect them. Making your own from scratch means you know exactly what's in the jar, full stop. Whisk it together in minutes, seal it up, and it keeps beautifully for up to three months. Use it as a dry rub, stir it into marinades, or dust it over roasted vegetables whenever you want a fast hit of Southeast Asian flavor without any guesswork.
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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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