I love mixing my own spices at home. It makes me feel like a chemist. 🙂
A dab of this, a dab of that. A tweak here, a tweak there. Presto, good seasonings!
If you’ve never mixed your spices at home before, you should definitely try it! So simple and you’ll save a bundle from pre-mixed seasonings. Especially if you get them from the bulk section of your grocery store. It will save you some major cha$-$ching! We like that!
In fact, I make seasoning so often at home that I have an overabundance of spice jars that I keep around just for this very occasion. I was going to photograph them all for you, but the clear glass kept putting me in the shot. =Not having that! 🙂
In this particular recipe, I used ground thyme – and in hindsight I wish I hadn’t. It was so dusty! And, it made it a ruddy color that I didn’t much care for! So, I’ve modified the recipe for you to use crushed thyme, not ground thyme, saving you from my mistake.
You might be wondering why I’m bringing you a Blackened Seasoning recipe this week. Well…with the 4th of July coming up, I thought it was the perfect recipe for seasoning up Burgers, Chicken, Seafood and even Vegetables!
So, get ready to whip up some of this and a dab of that and start sprinkling it on everything!
I hope you all have a happy, wonderful and most importantly safe 4th of July.
Enjoy!
Blackened Seasoning Spice
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 tablespoons paprika
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon crushed dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients together in a bowl and stir until evenly mixed. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place until ready to use.
Notes
Recipe All Recipes @ Blackened Seasoning Mix
marcie says
Mixing my own spices is the closest I’ll get to being a chemist, so I like it, too. 🙂 This sounds great, Kristi, and I’m going to try it next time I grill! Have a great 4th of July!
Kristi says
Thanks Marcie! It’s one of my fav things to do… Because you can mix it just the way you like it. Have a great week!
Medha @ Whisk & Shout says
As someone who spices generously, I love this post! Thanks for sharing 🙂
Kristi says
Thanks Medha! I’m so glad you like it!
Cindy @ Pick Fresh Foods says
I love blackened seasonings. I especially like to make blackened shrimp. Thanks for the recipe. I’ll have to mix my own now instead of buying. No excuses 😀 Pinning
Kristi says
Thanks for the pin my sistah! You will love making your own spices. There is something great about knowing you did it yourself and you know exactly what’s in it! Have a great week Cindy!
Daniela @ FoodrecipesHQ says
A flavorful mix of spices. I never make my own seasoning… that’s inspiring!
Kristi says
Try it Daniela!!! You will love it… the skies the limit when you’re a chemist! Hahahaha!
Ruby @ The Ruby Red Apron says
I’ve never even tried blackened anything but that needs to change! Plus I have all of those herbs and spices. Mixing this up right away!
Kristi says
Thanks Ruby! I think you’ll love it! Have a great week!
Consuelo - Honey & Figs says
I too love making my own seasoning mixes… mostly because they’re never available in store! Actually, this is the first time that I see this blackened seasoning 😉 But oh boy, does it sound amazing! Perfect for summer bbqs indeed!
Kristi says
Oh – you definitely need to try it Consuelo! You would love it! 🙂
Chris @ Shared Appetite says
I don’t make homemade spice blends nearly enough. Thanks for the inspiration with this! It sounds fantastic… perfect for some chicken kebabs!
Kristi says
You should Chris – it is so much better than store-bought! 🙂
[email protected] says
Oh, I LOVE making my own seasoning mixes! They’re so much tastier (and healthier) than the store-bought stuff. I’m pretty sure I have all of those seasonings in my spice cupboards, so I can’t wait to try this amazing-looking stuff on my grilled chicken this weekend! Pinned.
Kristi says
Thanks for the pin Sarah! So glad you like it!
Johlene says
I´ve never made my own spices.. I also want to feel like a Chemist.. lol (really).. very inspiring!!! xoxo
Kristi says
Hahahaha! You are a chemist! You make the most amazing popsicles! You’re a Popsicle Chemist Specialist!… I want to be that!!!
Ashley says
I love making all my own seasoning mixes at home – I never buy them anymore! Love this one!
haha I hate when I’m taking photos and something reflects so that you can see me (I have a spoon that does it all the time!).
Kristi says
Oh my gosh – me too Ashley! I’ve almost given up on spoons altogether. Not only do they show your reflection, they make it worse by making it look like you’re looking into a fat mirror! Hahahaha! I am SO not having that!!! 🙂 Have a great 4th of July!
[email protected] in the Kitchen says
My husband is the spice master in my house, but now I can try it on my own. Thanks Kristi and have a wonderful 4th!! 🙂
Kristi says
You too Renee! Making spices is easy and fun – try it!
Kelly says
Love mixing spices and this one sounds fantastic, Kristi! Perfect for all the summer grilling – especially for the 4th 🙂 Hope you have a great one 🙂
Kristi says
Have a wonderful 4th Kelly! Have fun with your family and cook good things! 🙂 I know you will!
GiGi Eats says
OOOO thank you for this basic recipe! It seriously goes with EVERYTHING 🙂
Kristi says
So glad you like it Gigi! Yes, it does go with everything! I’m looking forward to trying it on veggies next! Have a great 4th of July!
Samina | The Cupcake Confession says
I loveeeee making spice mixes Kristi!!!! We have soooo many jars of different spice mixes at home! I need to make this! This would go soooo well on chicken!!! I’m almost tasting it and now I am salivating!!!!! <3
Kristi says
You will love it Samina! Especially if you have a cocktail of spices at home that you can play with! I love having lots of spices around – so many possibilities!
Annie @Maebells says
I made this and put it on Salmon last night. SO. GOOD! The last time I bought a blackened seasoning mix it was wayyy to salty. This was perfect! I can think of a billion other things I want to try it on! 🙂
Kristi says
Gahhhhhhhh!!! That is the BEST compliment ever when someone loves a recipe. Thank you so much Annie ~ the fact you came back and commented on this post means the absolute world to me. But, the fact that you love it??? Girl..that is simply priceless!!!