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Greek Seasoning
This homemade Greek seasoning blend is an easy shortcut, providing a vibrant and aromatic taste to many dishes. Keep a jar on hand to zhuzh up any savoury recipe.
Servings: 110 ml (scant half cup)
Prep Time5 minutes mins
Cook Time0 minutes mins
Total Time5 minutes mins
- 1 tbsp oregano - dried
- 1 tbsp thyme - dried
- 1 tbsp rosemary - dried
- 1 tsp (heaped) dill - dried
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp mint - dried
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Gather your ingredients and put everything in a clean, dry bowl. Mix together thoroughly.
1 tbsp oregano, 1 tsp (heaped) dill, 1 tbsp thyme, 1 tbsp rosemary, 1 tsp garlic powder
Transfer the seasoning mix to a clean dry jar with a lid that fits tightly. If you have a jam funnel, this will help to avoid any spillage.
Seal and store in a cool, dark place. Stir or shake before use, as the contents may settle.
Use 2-3 teaspoons to season chicken or lamb to serve two. 1 teaspoon for a side for two.
Storage
Store your homemade Greek seasoning sealed in an airtight jar in a cool, dark cupboard.
Your ‘best before’ date will be the shortest date of out of all the herbs and spices you used, so make a note of this.
Although ‘best before’ is a guide, it doesn’t mean you have to throw your mix away. If you keep it a long time, the flavour fades, so just use a little more.
Hints and tips
- Label the jar with the shortest date from the ingredients
- Stir or shake the jar before using as the contents can settle
- Crush the the long pine needle like rosemary between your fingers before adding to the mixture.
Variations
- Try some different herbs such as marjoram, sage, a little onion powder or even some dried coriander.
- Add a little chilli for a hint of heat.
• Please note that the nutrition information provided below is approximate and meant as a guideline only.
• Unless stated otherwise cup conversions have been made with an online tool. For accuracy please check with your favoured conversion tool. We recommend buying inexpensive digital kitchen scales.
Calories: 0.4kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.1g | Protein: 0.02g | Fat: 0.01g | Saturated Fat: 0.003g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.002g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.001g | Sodium: 11mg | Potassium: 2mg | Fiber: 0.04g | Sugar: 0.002g | Vitamin A: 8IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 1mg | Iron: 0.04mg
