Sesame Free Thai Basil-Inspired Spice Blend
Bright, citrusy, and just the right amount of fiery, 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 red chili flakes and white pepper add a layered heat that builds slowly rather than hitting all at once. Ground ginger, coriander, and turmeric round everything out with warmth and earthy depth, and a touch of galangal takes it somewhere truly special if you can find it. Store-bought Thai-inspired seasonings and sauces are notorious for sneaking in sesame oil or sesame seeds, making this scratch-made blend a genuinely smart alternative for anyone navigating that allergy. Every ingredient here is straightforward and easy to source, so you know exactly what's going into your food. Stir it into stir-fries, rub it onto chicken, or mix it into a marinade — the possibilities are wide open. Make a batch and keep it on the shelf for up to three months, ready to bring serious flavor whenever you need it.
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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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