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Spice blends to mix at home.

Fifteen starter rubs and seasonings, measured for a retail-size jar (1 part = 1 tablespoon). Open any of them in the Spice Blender to change the amounts and make it your own.

Sweet rub · Medium heat · About 12% salt

Jamaican-Style Jerk

Bold, sweet heat with allspice and thyme.

Makes about ¾ cup1 part = 1 tbsp

Blend

  • 2 tbsp allspice (ground)
  • 2 tbsp thyme
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1½ tbsp kosher salt
  • 1 tbsp black pepper (ground)
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp onion powder
  • 1½ tsp Scotch bonnet powder
  • 1½ tsp ginger (ground)
  • 1½ tsp cinnamon (ground)
  • ¾ tsp nutmeg (ground)

How to use

About 1 tbsp per pound of meat, fish or vegetables.

Label notes: Can clump; best used within 3 months. Very hot; wear gloves and avoid breathing the dust when blending.
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Seasoning blend · Hot · About 17% salt

Cajun Seasoning

Peppery, garlicky, hot.

Makes about ¾ cup1 part = 1 tbsp

Blend

  • 2½ tbsp sweet paprika
  • 2 tbsp garlic powder
  • 2 tbsp kosher salt
  • 1 tbsp onion powder
  • 1 tbsp black pepper (ground)
  • 1 tbsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 tbsp oregano
  • 1 tbsp thyme
  • 1½ tsp white pepper

How to use

About 1 tbsp per pound of meat, fish or vegetables.

Make it yours in the Spice Blender →
Chili blend · Medium heat · About 13% salt

Taco Seasoning

Earthy chili and cumin.

Makes about ¾ cup1 part = 1 tbsp

Blend

  • 3 tbsp ancho chili powder
  • 2 tbsp cumin (ground)
  • 1½ tbsp kosher salt
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp onion powder
  • 1 tbsp Mexican oregano
  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 1½ tsp black pepper (ground)
  • ¾ tsp cayenne pepper

How to use

About 1 tbsp per pound of meat, fish or vegetables.

Make it yours in the Spice Blender →
Salt-free blend · Mild · Salt-free

Garam Masala

Warm, fragrant, salt-free.

Makes about ½ cup1 part = 1 tbsp

Blend

  • 3 tbsp coriander (ground)
  • 2 tbsp cumin (ground)
  • 1 tbsp green cardamom (ground)
  • 1 tbsp black pepper (ground)
  • 1 tbsp cinnamon (ground)
  • 1½ tsp cloves (ground)
  • ¾ tsp nutmeg (ground)

How to use

1 to 2 tbsp per pound of meat, fish or vegetables; salt the food separately.

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Seasoning blend · Mild · About 6% salt

Za'atar

Tangy, herby, nutty.

Makes about ½ cup1 part = 1 tbsp

Blend

  • 3 tbsp thyme
  • 2 tbsp sumac
  • 2 tbsp sesame seeds (toasted)
  • 1 tbsp oregano
  • 1½ tsp fine sea salt

How to use

About 1 tbsp per pound of meat, fish or vegetables.

Label notes: Sesame allergen (one of the 9 major US allergens).
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Seasoning salt · Mild · About 29% salt

Adobo Seasoning

Garlicky all-purpose seasoning.

Makes about ⅝ cup1 part = 1 tbsp

Blend

  • 3 tbsp garlic powder
  • 3 tbsp kosher salt
  • 2 tbsp oregano
  • 1 tbsp onion powder
  • 1 tbsp black pepper (ground)
  • 1½ tsp turmeric

How to use

Start with 2 tsp per pound of meat, fish or vegetables; this blend is salty.

Label notes: Stains hands and counters.
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Seasoning blend · Mild · About 19% salt

Sazón-Style Blend

Savory, earthy, golden-red.

Makes about ½ cup1 part = 1 tbsp

Blend

  • 2 tbsp annatto (achiote) powder
  • 1½ tbsp fine sea salt
  • 1 tbsp coriander (ground)
  • 1 tbsp cumin (ground)
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp oregano
  • 1½ tsp black pepper (ground)

How to use

About 1 tbsp per pound of meat, fish or vegetables.

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Sweet rub · Medium heat · About 17% salt

Sweet BBQ Rub

Smoky, sweet, a little heat.

Makes about ¾ cup1 part = 1 tbsp

Blend

  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 2 tbsp kosher salt
  • 1 tbsp black pepper (ground)
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp onion powder
  • 1½ tsp mustard powder
  • 1½ tsp chipotle powder

How to use

About 1 tbsp per pound of meat, fish or vegetables.

Label notes: Can clump; best used within 3 months. Mustard allergen.
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Seasoning blend · Mild · About 19% salt

Lemon Pepper

Bright, peppery.

Makes about ½ cup1 part = 1 tbsp

Blend

  • 3 tbsp black pepper (ground)
  • 3 tbsp dried lemon peel
  • 1½ tbsp fine sea salt
  • 1½ tsp garlic powder

How to use

About 1 tbsp per pound of meat, fish or vegetables.

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Herb blend · Mild · Salt-free

Italian Herb Blend

Classic, salt-free herbs.

Makes about ⅝ cup1 part = 1 tbsp

Blend

  • 2 tbsp oregano
  • 2 tbsp basil
  • 1 tbsp thyme
  • 1 tbsp rosemary
  • 1 tbsp marjoram
  • 1 tbsp parsley flakes
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • ¾ tsp crushed red pepper

How to use

1 to 2 tbsp per pound of meat, fish or vegetables; salt the food separately.

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Seasoning blend · Mild · About 13% salt

Everything Bagel

Nutty, oniony crunch.

Makes about ⅜ cup1 part = 1 tbsp

Blend

  • 2 tbsp sesame seeds (toasted)
  • 1 tbsp poppy seeds
  • 1 tbsp dried minced onion
  • 1 tbsp granulated garlic
  • 2¼ tsp fine sea salt

How to use

About 1 tbsp per pound of meat, fish or vegetables.

Label notes: Sesame allergen (one of the 9 major US allergens).
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Salt-free blend · Medium heat · Salt-free

Island Curry Powder

Golden, warm, Caribbean-style.

Makes about ⅝ cup1 part = 1 tbsp

Blend

  • 3 tbsp turmeric
  • 2 tbsp coriander (ground)
  • 1½ tbsp cumin (ground)
  • 1 tbsp ginger (ground)
  • 1½ tsp fenugreek (ground)
  • 1½ tsp black pepper (ground)
  • 1½ tsp allspice (ground)
  • 1½ tsp mustard powder
  • ¾ tsp cayenne pepper

How to use

1 to 2 tbsp per pound of meat, fish or vegetables; salt the food separately.

Label notes: Stains hands and counters. Mustard allergen.
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Salt-free blend · Mild · Salt-free

Ras el Hanout

Warm, floral North African blend.

Makes about ½ cup1 part = 1 tbsp

Blend

  • 2 tbsp cumin (ground)
  • 1 tbsp coriander (ground)
  • 1 tbsp ginger (ground)
  • 1 tbsp turmeric
  • 1 tbsp cinnamon (ground)
  • 1 tbsp sweet paprika
  • 1½ tsp black pepper (ground)
  • 1½ tsp allspice (ground)
  • 1½ tsp green cardamom (ground)
  • ¾ tsp cloves (ground)
  • ¾ tsp nutmeg (ground)

How to use

1 to 2 tbsp per pound of meat, fish or vegetables; salt the food separately.

Label notes: Stains hands and counters.
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Salt-free blend · Mild · Salt-free

Chinese Five Spice

Sweet licorice and tingle.

Makes about ¼ cup1 part = 1 tbsp

Blend

  • 1 tbsp star anise (ground)
  • 1 tbsp Sichuan peppercorns
  • 1 tbsp fennel seed
  • 1 tbsp cinnamon (ground)
  • ¾ tsp cloves (ground)

How to use

1 to 2 tbsp per pound of meat, fish or vegetables; salt the food separately.

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Chili blend · Medium heat · About 11% salt

Berbere-Style Blend

Deep red, warm, medium heat.

Makes about ½ cup1 part = 1 tbsp

Blend

  • 3 tbsp Kashmiri chili powder
  • 2 tbsp sweet paprika
  • 1 tbsp fine sea salt
  • 1½ tsp fenugreek (ground)
  • 1½ tsp ginger (ground)
  • 1½ tsp coriander (ground)
  • 1½ tsp black pepper (ground)
  • ¾ tsp green cardamom (ground)
  • ¾ tsp cloves (ground)
  • ¾ tsp allspice (ground)
  • ¾ tsp cinnamon (ground)

How to use

About 1 tbsp per pound of meat, fish or vegetables.

Make it yours in the Spice Blender →