Homemade Seasoned Salt Blend Recipe
This versatile seasoned salt combines robust spice flavors with a flavorful base perfect for any kitchen. What makes it special is the balance of onion and garlic powders creating savory depth, layered with chili powder and paprika for subtle heat and color, rounded out with black pepper and red pepper flakes. The result delivers complex, multi-dimensional flavor in every pinch. Make this if you want to replace store-bought blends with fresher, customizable seasoning. Serve it on grilled meats, roasted vegetables, popcorn, eggs, or rim a margarita glass. This version stands apart through its higher proportion of aromatic powders and the inclusion of Himalayan salt, which some believe offers trace minerals, creating a more flavorful, nuanced blend than basic seasoned salts.
Ingredients
Instructions
- 1
Combine onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, chili powder, paprika, Himalayan salt, dried parsley, and red pepper flakes in a bowl.
- 2
Mix all ingredients together thoroughly until evenly distributed.
- 3
Transfer to an airtight container for storage.
Tips
Use fresh, recently purchased spice powders rather than aged ones sitting in cabinets for years. Older powders lose potency and flavor intensity, resulting in a bland seasoned salt blend.
Sift all dry ingredients together twice before final mixing to eliminate clumps and ensure uniform distribution of flavors throughout the salt base.
Toast paprika and chili powder briefly in a dry skillet before grinding if using whole spices, intensifying their natural oils and deepening the blend's complexity.
Good to Know
Airtight container in cool, dark place. Keeps 6-12 months; flavor diminishes over time.
Make full batch and store. Mix fresh batches quarterly for best potency.
Use on grilled meats, roasted vegetables, popcorn, eggs, rim cocktails, or season soups and stews.
Common Mistakes
Use old spice powders to avoid weak, flat-tasting blend lacking aromatic intensity.
Skip mixing thoroughly to avoid uneven distribution creating hot spots and bland areas in the salt.
Substitutions
FAQ
Can I use this blend on everything?
Yes, this seasoned salt works on grilled meats, roasted vegetables, popcorn, eggs, soups, and cocktail rims. Start with less and adjust to taste, as chili and red pepper flakes provide heat.
What if I don't have Himalayan salt?
Kosher salt or fine sea salt work well as direct substitutes at the same ratio. Himalayan salt has trace minerals, but regular salts deliver identical saltiness and mixing function.
How long does homemade seasoned salt keep?
Stored in an airtight container in a cool, dark place, it lasts 6-12 months. Spice potency gradually diminishes over time. Make fresh batches quarterly for best flavor intensity.