Pecan 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. Dried Thai basil ties it all together with an aromatic, slightly sweet finish that store-bought blends rarely nail. White pepper and turmeric round out the mix with subtle earthiness and a gorgeous golden hue. For anyone who loves Southeast Asian flavors but worries about cross-contamination from shared processing facilities — especially with tree nuts — mixing your own blend from scratch is the cleanest, most reliable route. The optional ground galangal is worth tracking down if you can find it; it adds a cool, piney note that takes the whole blend up a notch. Stir it into marinades, sprinkle it over roasted vegetables, or use it as a rub — once you have a jar on your shelf, you'll find yourself reaching for it constantly.
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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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