Plus, you can customize your DIY curry powder however you like. Prefer more heat? Crank it up! Turmeric lover? Go for it!

Table of Contents

• The Story Behind the Recipe
• Why You’ll Love Homemade Curry Powder
• What Spices are in Curry Powder?
• How to Make Homemade Curry Powder
• Tip for Success
• Use Your Homemade Curry Powder in These Recipes …

• Jump to the Full, Printable Recipe
• Read Comments & Reviews

The Story Behind the Recipe

Contrary to popular belief, curry powder didn’t originate in India. It’s actually thought to have first been created by the British in order to emulate their favorite Indian dishes at home.

The first recipe for curry powder appeared in an English cookbook written by a cookery writer by the name of Hanna Glasse. (source)

Why You’ll Love Homemade Curry Powder

• Money saver: Instead of forking over the cash for yet another jar of spices, save money by making it yourself! If you don’t already have the spices for this DIY curry powder recipe, consider saving even more money by seeking out a grocery store that sells spices in bulk. If you’ve never bought spices in bulk, you are going to be absolutely floored by the cost savings!
• Customizable: If you prefer a completely mild curry powder, leave out the cayenne pepper or use very little. Conversely, if you like it spicy, double, triple, or quadruple the cayenne. Make any adjustments you like to make it your own!

What Spices are in Curry Powder?

Here are the ingredients for my version of homemade curry powder:

• Ground cumin – Adds smoky, earthy, slightly lemony flavor.
• Ground turmeric – Made from dried ground turmeric root, a relative of ginger. Turmeric is renowned for its anti-inflammatory properties (source). I love it in golden milk!
• Ground coriander – The seeds of the cilantro plant are called coriander. Ground coriander is simply the ground seeds.
• Ground ginger – Made from dried ground ginger root.
• Ground cardamom – The seeds inside of cardamom pods, pulverized. The flavor is slightly reminiscent of cinnamon and citrus.
• Cayenne pepper – Ground red chili peppers, cayenne is how this curry powder recipe gets its heat. Use less or more to adjust the spice level to your preference.
• Ground mustard seed – Peppery mustard seeds ground to a powder.

Some curry powder recipes also include:

• Ground black pepper
• Garlic powder
• Cinnamon
• Nutmeg
• Cloves
• Fenugreek

If you like any of those, go ahead and add them! Make it yours.

How to Make Homemade Curry Powder

1. Grab a small bowl and add all of the spices.
2. Stir it together.
3. Transfer to a spice jar or small mason jar (I recommend using a funnel to help keep it corralled!) Store in a cool, dark place for 6 months (or longer!)

Tip for Success

• Use fresh spices: It seems like spices should keep forever, and in a way they do … but their flavor intensity can really decrease over time. So make sure to use fresh spices that are far from their expiration date for the best flavor.

I hope you love knowing how to make homemade curry powder! I love having a big old jar of it in my pantry for curries, dal, soups, and so much more.

Use Your Homemade Curry Powder in These Recipes …

• Pumpkin, Chickpea, & Red Lentil Curry
• Red Lentil & Chickpea Curry with Potatoes & Peas
• Curried Carrot Red Lentil Soup
• Pan-Fried Curried Crispy Chickpeas
• Crock Pot Curry Baked Beans
• Pumpkin Curry Soup
• Curry Baked Beans

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Homemade Curry Powder Recipe

It's easy to make your own homemade curry powder! This mix of pungent, flavorful spices evokes the flavors of Indian cuisine in curries, soups, and more. Adjust the quantities to make it your own!

Keyword curry powder, curry powder recipe, homemade curry powder

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 4 minutes minutes

Calories 151kcal

Author Kare

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons ground cumin
• 2 tablespoons ground turmeric
• 2 tablespoons ground coriander
• 1 tablespoon dried ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon ground mustard seed

Instructions

• Add all of the spices to a small bowl and stir to combine. Store in an airtight jar at room temp in a cool, dark place (like a pantry).

Notes

Nutrition information based on the entire 1/2 cup batch of curry powder. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 151kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 31mg | Potassium: 798mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 570IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 221mg | Iron: 17mg

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Table of Contents

• The Story Behind the Recipe
• Why You’ll Love This Homemade Italian Seasoning
• Ingredients
• Adaptations/Variations
• How to Make Italian Seasoning
• Recipes That Use Italian Seasoning
• More Spice Mix Recipes

• Jump to the Full, Printable Recipe
• Read Comments & Reviews

The Story Behind the Recipe

I’m slowly working my way toward sharing more spice mix recipes here on Kitchen Treaty. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve been in the process of making something, then realize I’m out of the particular spice mix the recipe calls for! So it’s nice to be able to find a recipe for that spice mix online.

That scenario happens most with Italian Seasoning, for some reason. So I figured it was high time to share my recipe for homemade Italian seasoning mix!

Why You’ll Love This Homemade Italian Seasoning

I can only take a guess as to why you’ll love having this recipe on hand, but here are some of the reasons I’m predicting:

• Life saver: When you need a replacement for Italian seasoning, stat, this recipe will save you!
• Saves money: This is a frugal spice mix, especially when you buy your spices in bulk.
• Customizable: Rosemary lover? Prefer more cozy overtones of sage flavor? Hate basil? This Italian seasoning recipe is super easy to vary to your tastes.

Ingredients

Six different dried herbs and spices go into this homemade Italian Seasoning mix.

• Oregano – Mediterranean or Greek oregano both work.
• Basil – also known as dried sweet basil.
• Marjoram – a member of the mint family with sweeter flavor (also known as sweet marjoram.)
• Rosemary – I like the crushed and dried variation of rosemary so that the pieces are smaller and incorporated better into the Italian seasoning mix.
• Thyme – the tiny leaves add savory, earthy flavor.
• Sage – I prefer rubbed sage for lots of flavor and it incorporates well.

Adaptations/Variations

• Add crushed red pepper flakes for heat
• Some store-bought mixes also call for savory – if you like it, feel free to add it!

How to Make Italian Seasoning

This is very, very complicated. Are you ready?

Pour everything into a bowl. Stir. Pour into a spice jar. Label. You’re done!

Okay, so not very complicated.

Recipes That Use Italian Seasoning

• Italian Tomato Sauce
• Baked Boursin Pasta
• Vegetarian Lasagna
• Pizza Pinwheels
• Creamy Artichoke Baked Pasta
• Red Lentil Pasta Sauce
• Roasted Potatoes
• Savory Sweet Potato & Beet Galette

I hope you love having homemade Italian seasoning on hand as much as I do, or at the very least, that I helped rescue you when you realized you were in sudden need of an Italian seasoning replacement.

More Spice Mix Recipes

• Pumpkin Pie Spice Mix
• Taco Seasoning
• BBQ Dry Rub Mix

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Homemade Italian Seasoning Recipe

It's so handy to know how to make Italian seasoning at home! Whether you're looking for a quick replacement or want to save a little money by making your own spice mixes, this recipe for homemade Italian seasoning is perfect!

Keyword homemade italian seasoning, italian seasoning, italian seasoning replacement

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 5 minutes minutes

Calories 7kcal

Author Kare

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons dried oregano
• 2 tablespoons dried basil
• 1 tablespoon dried marjoram
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1/4 teaspoon dried rubbed sage

Instructions

• Add all ingredients to a small bowl and stir together. Use a spice funnel or spoon into an airtight jar. Store in a cool, dry place until ready to use. Keeps for up to 6 months.

Notes

Smaller batch Italian seasoning replacement

Yield: 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning

• 3/4 teaspoon oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon basil
• 1/4 teaspoon marjoram
• 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary
• Pinch dried rubbed sage

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 7kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 0.4g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.05g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 44mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 52IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 48mg | Iron: 2mg

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Just mix up your spices, keep it in your spice cupboard, and it’s ready to go at a moment’s notice.

Or maybe you just got to the “taco seasoning” on your list of ingredients in a recipe you’re working on right now … but you don’t have any on hand?! Been there!

I’ve got you covered with this homemade taco seasoning recipe.

Table of Contents

• The Story Behind the Recipe
• Why You’ll Love Homemade Taco Seasoning
• Ingredients
• Adaptations/Variations
• How to Make Taco Seasoning Mix
• Tip for Success
• How to Use It
• More Spice Mix Recipes

• Jump to the Full, Printable Recipe
• Read Comments & Reviews

The Story Behind the Recipe

I’ve been working hard on a lentil-based taco “meat” recipe, and I really wanted to skip the spice packet. Maybe it’s me, but that felt weird to include in a recipe that’s full of wholesome pantry ingredients? It’s probably just me. But either way, it’s a pain to have to pull five different spices out of the cupboard when you’re making a recipe.

So! I thought I’d whip up a taco seasoning mix, and I have absolutely loved having it on hand! My guy uses it to season ground beef for various taco adventures, and I don’t have to pull out five or six different bottles of spices every time I test this recipe (which is just about done, by the way!)

Why You’ll Love Homemade Taco Seasoning

I just think it’s so much easier to have a jar of homemade taco seasoning on hand vs. pulling out all of the individual spices or having to buy a packet of taco seasoning at the store every time you make something with taco seasoning in it. I’m willing to bet you’ll agree, so here we are!

Plus, it’s really nice to make your taco seasoning exactly how you like it. Prefer it with more heat? Like something smokier? It’s possible with homemade taco seasoning mix!

Ingredients

• Chili powder – Go with mild chili powder or spicy. Your choice!
• Cumin – Smoky dried cumin is essential.
• Oregano – I like lots of dried oregano in my taco seasoning.
• Onion powder – Adds a nice umami note to any dish you use it in.
• Smoked paprika – Lends a smoky note that is so delicious!
• Garlic powder – for more Tex-Mex flavor.
• Kosher salt – to enhance the flavor of all the delicious spices you are using!

Adaptations/Variations

• Smoky taco seasoning: Double or even triple the smoked paprika.
• Spicy taco seasoning: Add cayenne pepper, up to 1/2 teaspoon depending on how spicy you like it. You can also add crushed red pepper flakes if you prefer.
• Other spices to add, if you like: Sweet (or regular) paprika, which will make a redder taco seasoning. Coriander adds wonderful flavor, Freshly ground black pepper is always welcome!
• Omit the salt: Leave out the salt if you prefer to adjust the amount of salt in your recipe as you go.

How to Make Taco Seasoning Mix

This is just SO COMPLICATED. Not really.

Literally add everything to a bowl …

… mix it up …

Then transfer it to a jar to store. Or, if you want to skip the bowl, just mix it up directly in the jar. Easy peasy.

Tip for Success

• Store your taco seasoning just like you do your other spices to keep them fresh as long as possible – somewhere dark, cool, and dry (like your pantry).

How to Use It

• 3 tablespoons = one packet of taco seasoning. Just add the spice mix when you would have normally added your taco seasoning. If you’re seasoning ground beef or something else that’s a bit dry, feel free to add a splash of water to help the taco seasoning coat every last bit.

More Spice Mix Recipes

• Pumpkin Pie Spice
• Sweet & Smoky BBQ Dry Rub

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Homemade Taco Seasoning

Skip the store! Make your taco seasoning right at home with just a few simple spices and seasonings.

Keyword homemade taco seasoning, taco seasoning, taco seasoning mix

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 3

Calories 85kcal

Author Kare

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup chili powder
• 2 tablespoons cumin
• 1 tablespoon dried oregano
• 2 teaspoons onion powder
• 2 teaspoons kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

• Add all ingredients to a bowl. Mix it up. Transfer to an airtight lidded jar. Store at room temperature.
• Use to season many different Tex Mex recipes! 3 tablespoons of homemade taco seasoning mix = 1 packet.

Notes

Scaled down version

For one heaping tablespoon of taco seasoning mix:

• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/8 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder

Nutrition

Serving: 3tablespoons | Calories: 85kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1883mg | Potassium: 518mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 6253IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 137mg | Iron: 7mg

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Like:

• Sliced sweet potatoes
• Cauliflower steaks
• Sliced zucchini
• Shish kebabs
• Basically any roasted veggies – just toss and bake
• Chicken (my guy’s fave)
• Steak
• Burgers
• And even tofu!

This versatile dry rub recipe starts with a good dose of brown sugar. Then it’s loaded up with smoky spices like smoked paprika, chili powder mix, and dried chipotle chile. Then we throw a few more herbs and spice in there for mega flavor goodness. Mega Flavor Goodness – totally an awesome new blog name. But I digress.

Thyme and rosemary. Mustard powder. Even a smidge of ground allspice. Do it!

Just rub it on and grill away. Or sprinkle it over the top of something you’ve already grilled. Or make a marinade with it. This Sweet & Smoky BBQ Dry Rub Mix is your oyster! (Hmm. It would probably be good on oysters, too, if oysters are your thing.)

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Sweet & Smoky BBQ Dry Rub Mix

Use this intensely flavored dry spice rub on everything. Your grilled veggies, meat, and even tofu will never be the same!

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Total Time 10 minutes minutes

Servings 4

Calories 238kcal

Author Kare

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup dark brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons kosher salt or other coarse salt or sea salt
• 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 2 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary or 1 teaspoon dried and crumbled with your hands
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon mustard powder
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon ground chipotle chili
• 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice

Instructions

• Add all ingredients to a small bowl and stir until combined. Store in an airtight container until ready to use. Keeps well for at least a couple of months (I haven’t tried any longer!)

To use:

• On veggies: Brush with a little oil first, and then sprinkle on the rub. Using your hands, rub into nooks and crannies. Proceed with grilling.
• On tofu: Press a block of firm tofu for about 1/2 hour to drain excess water. Slice and rub all sides with spice mix. Proceed with grilling or refrigerate for 1-2 hours to allow the flavors to deepen before grilling.
• On chicken, pork, or steak: Sprinkle both sides of prepared meat with 1-2 tablespoons of the mix – or more or less to taste – and use your hands to rub it into nooks, crannies, and sides of meat. (Wash your hands well afterwards!) Proceed with grilling.
• Or sprinkle it on already-grilled veggies, even potatoes or corn-on-the-cob!

Nutrition

Calories: 238kcal | Carbohydrates: 58g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 14054mg | Potassium: 187mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 54g | Vitamin A: 1483IU | Calcium: 77mg | Iron: 3mg

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But wait – let’s back up a sec.

What is pumpkin pie spice?

Well, It’s the blend of spices that were traditionally used to flavor pumpkin pie, but have gone on to flavor everything from cake to coffee to dog treats (yes, the dog treats are for real!)

Pumpkin spice lattes? They’re so not about the pumpkin, my friends. They’re about the spice.

I suppose more abstract definition of pumpkin pie spice would be “fall in a bottle.” See also: “Pure autumn magic.”

What spices are in pumpkin pie spice?

I use just four ingredients for homemade pumpkin pie spice:

• Ground cinnamon
• Ground ginger
• Ground nutmeg
• Ground cloves

That’s it! Okay, I might also add a smidge of allspice if I’m feeling it. Others might throw in a bit of mace or cardamom.

It’s so easy to throw together, and, yeah – definitely convenient for when you’re making all those wonderful fall-ish pumpkin recipes.

Oh, and if you’re feeling especially DIY-ish today, how about making your own homemade pumpkin puree while you’re at it? Also totally worth it!

If you try this recipe, please leave a rating! And, if you find it share-worthy – which I hope you do – please share. Tag #kitchentreaty on Instagram, Facebook, or Pinterest, and don’t forget to check out my other recipes!

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Homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice

Save money and make your own pumpkin pie spice mix with the spices you already have in your cupboard!

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 8 tablespoons

Calories 26kcal

Author Kare

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup ground cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons ground ginger
• 2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1 teaspoon ground allspice optional*

Instructions

• In a small bowl, mix all spices together.
• Pour into an airtight container (a spice funnel or even a regular funnel helps keep the mess in check).
• Use anytime a recipe calls for pumpkin pie spice mix - or even in most pumpkin recipes that call for similar spices.

Notes

* Definitely optional, but I love the earthiness it adds. So if you have some lying around, why not?!

NEED LESS PUMPKIN PIE SPICE?

Because of the smaller quantities, these aren’t perfect ratios when compared to the original recipe – but they’re close (and will still taste great!)

1 TEASPOON

• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ginger
• 1/8 heaping teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/8 scant teaspoon cloves

2 TEASPOONS

• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ginger
• 1/4 heaping teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/8 teaspoon cloves

1 TABLESPOON

• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 3/4 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon cloves

Nutrition

Calories: 26kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 48mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 22IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 79mg | Iron: 1mg

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