Wheat Free Thai Basil-Inspired Spice Blend
Bright, citrusy, and layered with heat, this spice blend captures the bold soul of Thai cooking in a single jar you can reach for any night of the week. Lemongrass and lime zest powder bring that signature floral tang, while ground ginger, coriander, and a touch of turmeric add warmth and depth. Red chili flakes keep things lively, and white pepper sneaks in a subtle, aromatic bite that rounds everything out beautifully. For anyone navigating a wheat-free kitchen, spice blends can be a surprisingly tricky category — pre-mixed commercial versions sometimes contain fillers or anti-caking agents that introduce hidden gluten. Making your own from scratch means you know exactly what's in the jar, full stop. Optional ground galangal is a lovely addition if you can find it, nudging the blend even closer to authentic Southeast Asian flavor. Mix it up in minutes, seal it tight, and you've got a pantry staple that works on grilled proteins, roasted vegetables, noodles, or anywhere you want a punchy, aromatic lift.
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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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