Beginner's Guide to Spices - The Starving Chef

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Beginner's Guide to Spices

The Starving Chef

Master the art of homemade spice blends with this simple guide to creating Italian herb, taco seasoning, sweet BBQ dry rub, and Indian curry mix.

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Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Course Spices

Cuisine American, Indian, Italian, Mexican

Servings spice blends

Equipment

Ingredients

FOR ITALIAN HERB:

1 tablespoon thyme
2 tablespoons basil
1 tablespoon oregano
1 tablespoon rosemary
2 tablespoons parsley
1 tablespoon marjoram
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon coriander
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt

FOR TACO SEASONING:

1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon cumin
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons paprika
1 tablespoon oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper

FOR SWEET BBQ DRY RUB:

¼ cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons paprika
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoon pepper

FOR INDIAN CURRY BLEND:

2 tablespoons turmeric
1 tablespoon cumin
1 tablespoon coriander
1 tablespoon cinnamon
½ tablespoon dry mustard
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon parsley
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper

Instructions

Choose your spice blend mix.
Whisk all herbs and spices together until completely blended.
Store whatever you are not using in an airtight container for up to six months.

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Keyword beginner, herbs, spices

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