Pescatarian 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 ground ginger, coriander, and turmeric layer in warmth and depth. Red chili flakes and white pepper keep things lively without overwhelming, and a touch of dried Thai basil ties it all together with an herby, slightly anise-like finish. Optional ground galangal nudges the blend even closer to authentic Southeast Asian flavor for anyone who can track it down. Because it's built entirely from dried spices, it's a natural fit for seasoning fish, shrimp, or seafood-based noodle dishes — no label-reading required. Whisk everything together, pour it into an airtight jar, and you've got a pantry staple that keeps for up to three months and makes weeknight cooking feel genuinely exciting.
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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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