Thai Seasoning Recipe

A small, square, white bowl filled with reddish-brown spice powder sits on a carved wooden surface—perfect to add a kick to your favorite canned cowboy candy recipe.

This Thai seasoning recipe is a quick homemade Thai spice blend ready in 10 minutes, made with turmeric, paprika, cumin, and cayenne for real Thai flavor on grilled chicken, stir-fries, and soups.

Course Seasonings

Cuisine Thai

Keyword aromatic, DIY, quick, spicy

Prep Time 10

Total Time 10

Servings teaspoons

Calories 5

Author Gina Dickson

Ingredients

2 teaspoons paprika smoked or plain will work
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon coriander ground powder
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon ginger powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper more if you like it spicy

Instructions

Combine all ingredients into a small bowl. Stir to combine spices. If you have any small clumps, break them apart by mashing them with the back of a spoon.
Place in an airtight spice jar and label.

Notes

Storage: Keep in a clean, airtight glass jar, labeled, and stored in a cool, dry spot away from sunlight. Use within 4 to 6 months for best flavor. Shake before each use to remix any settled spices.

Make Ahead: This blend doubles or triples easily if you want to keep a bigger batch on hand or make it as a gift.

Variations: Add dried lime zest for a tangy citrus lift, especially good in soups. Mix with a bit of olive oil and brush over chicken or shrimp before grilling for a rub. Toast the cumin and coriander seeds before grinding for a bolder, warmer aroma.

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