Fresh out of your Italian herb blend? Don't panic, our Italian Seasoning Substitute will get you out of trouble and will add a touch of Italy to your next meal. A great preservative-free alternative to store-bought blends and just so much more flavoursome!
If you are looking to add some Mediterranean flavour to your next meal then you can't go wrong with our flavoursome replacement for Italian seasoning.
If you prefer something a little bit more exotic then you MUST try our incredible Ras el Hanout blend or add some spice to your life with our Cajun Blend instead!
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What is Italian Herb Seasoning?
You will not see Italian Herb seasoning in any market in Italy it is a westernised version that mimics classic Italian flavours with garlic, basil, oregano and marjoram. It includes a wide variety of spices and has many variations.
So, whether you are looking to add some robust Italian flavour, for a basic Italian herbs mix or for a quick fix to get you out of trouble then we have you covered!
What herbs are in Our Italian Herb Blend?
Well that all depends on what herbs you have available in your pantry and how authentic you would like your Italian Spice blend to be:
Robust Italian Herb Blend
2 TBSPS dried oregano leaf
2 TBSPS dried parsley leaf
1 tablespoon dried marjoram
1 tablespoon dried basil leaf
1 tablespoon dried rosemary
1 tablespoon dried thyme leaf
2 tsps garlic granules/powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon red chilli flakes
Makes 32 teaspoons
Basic Italian Herb Blend
2 TBSPS dried oregano leaf
2 TBSPS dried parsley leaf
1 tablespoon dried basil leaf
1 tablespoon dried rosemary
1 teaspoon paprika
Makes 19 teaspoons
Robust Italian Herb Blend
2 TBSPS dried oregano leaf
1 tablespoon dried basil leaf
1 teaspoon paprika
Makes 10 teaspoons
How to Make It
Place all the spices in a small bowl and mix well until thoroughly combined.
Store in a tightly sealed glass container and keep it in a dark spot in your pantry or spice drawer.
Uses for Italian Herbs Mix
A sensational herby addition to any tomato-based sauces or to add to meatballs and schnitzel crumb or great in Italian classics such as
Common Questions (FAQs)
Making your own spice blends leaves you in control of what goes into them. It helps control your sodium levels and helps you avoid preservatives, additives and MSG. It will also allow you to adjust the flavour to suit your personal preferences.
Absolutely, if you have a herb garden then this is a great way to use up your bumper crop by drying the herbs yourself. You can also make this blend with fresh herbs but you will need to use it within a couple of days and keep it in an air-tight container in the fridge as it will not keep for long.
Store it in a tightly sealed glass container, in a cool dark place in your pantry or spice drawer.
If stored as suggested your Italian blend should keep for approximately twelve weeks.
Our Italian Seasoning Substitute is suitable for all eating styles and contains 3kcals per teaspoon with net carbs of zero per serve!
(We used a nutritional database to make our calculations so these should be considered an estimate only).
Try It in These Salads
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Ingredients
- 2 tbsps dried oregano
- 2 tbsps dried parsley
- 1 tablespoon dried marjoram
- 1 tablespoon dried basil
- 1 tablespoon dried rosemary
- 1 tablespoon dried thyme
- 2 tsps garlic granules or powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon red chilli flakes
Instructions
- Place all the spices in a small bowl and mix until thoroughly combined.
- Store in a tightly sealed glass container and keep it in a dark spot in your pantry.
Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.
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