Homemade Spice Mix

Ingredients

Mediterranean Spice Mix:

• 10 mL (2 teaspoons) dried savory
• 10 mL (2 teaspoons) dried thyme
• 10 mL (2 teaspoons) onion powder
• 10 mL (2 teaspoons) dried marjoram
• 5 mL (1 teaspoon) dried sage
• 5 mL (1 teaspoon) dried rosemary
• 5 mL (1 teaspoon) dried oregano

Italian Spice Mix:

• 15 mL (1 tablespoon) dried oregano
• 10 mL (2 teaspoons) dried marjoram
• 10 mL (2 teaspoons) dried thyme
• 10 mL (2 teaspoons) dried rosemary
• 5 mL (1 teaspoon) dried basil
• 5 mL (1 teaspoon) dried savory
• 2 mL (½ teaspoon) ground sage

Mexican Spice Mix:

• 22 ml (1 ½ tablespoon) ground chili
• 10 mL (2 teaspoons) ground paprika
• 10 mL (2 teaspoons) dried oregano
• 5 mL (1 teaspoon) ground cumin
• 5 mL (1 teaspoon) onion powder
• 5 mL (1 teaspoon) garlic powder
• 2 mL (½ teaspoon) crushed chili flakes (optional)

Indian spice mix: 

• 15 mL (1 tablespoon.) cumin 
• 10 mL (2 teaspoon) dried coriander 
• 10 mL (2 teaspoons) ground cardamom
• 7.5 mL (1 ½ teaspoons) cinnamon
• 5 mL (1 teaspoon) pepper
• 2 mL (½ teaspoon) ground ginger
• 2.5 mL (1/2 teaspoon) nutmeg 
• 1 mL (¼ teaspoon) ground cloves

Preparation

1. In an airtight container, mix all ingredients.
2. Store in a cool, dry place.

Use

Mediterranean

• Seasoning for chicken, roasted vegetables and potatoes 
• Croutons
• Sauces and marinades 
• Herb salad dressing 
• Fish wrappers

Italian

• Seasoning for tomato-based dishes (i.e. pasta, pizza), vegetables, salads, meats and potatoes
• Tomato sauces and marinades

Mexican 

•  Seasoning for Mexican recipes (e.g. tacos, fajitas, quesadillas, enchiladas, chili)
• Ground meat and chicken 
• Marinades

Indian

• Seasoning for Mexican recipes (i.e. tacos, fajitas, quesadillas, enchiladas, chili)
• Ground meat and chicken 
• Marinades