Spice Mixes

By matt , 13 August 2025

Turkey and Wolf - Spicy Chicken Spices

Date Posted
Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon granulated chicken bouillon (preferably Totole brand, see page 110; optional but optimal)
  • 1/4 cup Lawry's Seasoned Salt
  • 1⁄4 cup packed dark brown sugar (or light if that's what you've got)
  • 3 tablespoons cayenne pepper
  • 3 tablespoons smoked Spanish paprika
  • 2 tablespoons kosher salt (Diamond Crystal or about half as much Morton)
  • 1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
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You want the chicken bouillon to be the texture of sand, so grind it up however you like (spice grinder, mortar and pestle, put it in a sealed bag and whack it) and sprinkle it into a bowl. Add the other stuff and mix well, breaking up any clumps. How long do spices last? That's how long this lasts.

Category
Spice Mixes
Original Source
Turkey and the Wolf
Status
To Cook
By matt , 5 November 2023

Thijs Spicy Rib Rub

Date Posted
Ingredients
  • 3 Tablespoons coarse seasalt
  • 3 Tablespoons whole black peppercorns (you can use a variety of peppercorns here, but black is my preference)
  • 2 Tablespoons granulated brown (cane) sugar
  • 1 1/2 Tablespoons of whole mustard seeds
  • 1 1/2 Tablespoons of chili powder (this is one of the kickers: depending on what kind of chili powder (or paprika) you add will go a long way in determining the heat of the ribs. I usually use Chili Molido, which is pretty hot. Paprika usually is a very mild heat. If you want to go really hot take a hot chili powder and double it so aff 3 Tablespoons)
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons whole cumin seeds
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons celery seeds
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons whole fennel seeds
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes (this adds a basic heat)
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme.
Body

Put this all in a spice grinder and grind it pretty fine.

Category
Spice Mixes
Original Source
Thijs Van Soost
Status
Cooked
By matt , 5 November 2023

Vij’s Garam Masala

Date Posted
Ingredients
  • 1 heaping teaspoon (5 to 7 mL) whole cloves
  • 1½ tsp (7.5 mL) black cardamom seeds (about 10 whole cardamom pods)
  • 6 heaping tablespoons (90 to 100 mL) cumin seeds
  • 1 tbsp (15 mL) pounded cinnamon sticks
  • ¼ tsp (1 mL) ground mace
  • ¼ tsp (1 mL) ground nutmeg
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  1. Turn on your stove exhaust fan. In a heavy-bottomed frying pan, heat cloves, black cardamom seeds, cumin seeds and cinnamon sticks on medium to high heat, stirring constantly. When the cumin seeds become a darker shade of brown, remove from the stove. Transfer the roasted spices to a bowl and cool for 20 minutes.
  2. Place roasted spices, mace and nutmeg in a spice (or coffee) grinder and grind until the mixture has the consistency of store-bought ground black pepper. Can be used right away. Will also keep in an airtight container in a dark cupboard or drawer for up to 6 months.
Category
Spice Mixes
Original Source
Vikram Vij
Status
To Cook
By matt , 5 November 2023

Scorpion Spice Mix

Date Posted
Ingredients
  • 4 tablespoons Spanish sweet smoked paprika
  • 5 1/2 tablespoons Hungarian sweet paprika
  • 1 tablespoon dried thyme
  • 1 tablesppoon garlic
  • 2 tablespoons ground fennel seed
  • 4 1/2 tablespoons light brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoon ancho chile powder
  • 2 tablespoons dry mustard powder
  • 2 tablespoons kosher salt
  • 2 tablespoons dry Mexican oregano
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  1. Combine all ingredients in a tightly sealable container.
  2. Seal tightly and store in a cool, dry place.
Category
Spice Mixes
Original External Weblink
http://www.foodrepublic.com/2011/10/21/scorpion-spice-mix
Original Source
Food Republic
Status
Cooked
By matt , 7 October 2023

Thijs Carne Asado Mix

Date Posted
Ingredients
  • 1/3 cup white vinegar
  • 1/2 soy sauce
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 limes juiced
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1 tsp ground chipotle pepper
  • 1/2 tsp ground hot chili pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika (I used smokey paprika)
Category
Spice Mixes
Original Source
Thijs Van Soost
Status
Cooked
By matt , 7 October 2023

Thijs Rib Rub

Date Posted
Ingredients
  • 3 Tablespoons coarse sea salt
  • 3 Tablespoons whole black peppercorns (you can use a variety of peppercorns here, but black is my preference)
  • 2 Tablespoons granulated brown (cane) sugar
  • 1 1/2 Tablespoons of whole mustard seeds
  • 1 1/2 Tablespoons of chili powder (this is one of the kickers: depending on what kind of chili powder (or paprika) you add will go a long way in determining the heat of the ribs. I usually use Chili Molido, which is pretty hot. Paprika usually is a very mild heat. If you want to go really hot take a hot chili powder and double it so aff 3 Tablespoons)
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons whole cumin seeds
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons celery seeds
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons whole fennel seeds
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes (this adds a basic heat)
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme.
Category
Spice Mixes
Original Source
Thijs Van Soost
Status
Cooked
Spice Mixes