TIPS One Base, Many Seasonings: Easy DIY Powder Mixes

One Base, Many Seasonings: Easy DIY Powder Mixes

by Thelittleshine
by Thelittleshine

Homemade seasoning powders are one of the easiest ways to upgrade your cooking. With just a few pantry staples, you can create a base mix that transforms into multiple flavours—ranch, taco, Italian, Cajun, BBQ, and more. It saves time, cuts out additives, and lets you customise every sprinkle.

One Base, Many Seasonings: Easy DIY Powder Mixes


🔸 The Base Seasoning Mix

This mild, versatile blend acts as the foundation for all the variations.

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp garlic powder
  • 2 tbsp onion powder
  • 1 tbsp dried parsley
  • 1 tbsp dried oregano or basil
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp salt

How to Make
Mix all ingredients well in a bowl and store in an airtight jar. This base works on veggies, fries, eggs, soups, meats, and popcorn.

🔸 Variations You Can Make

⭐ 1. Ranch Powder

A creamy, herb-loaded mix—perfect for dips, popcorn, fries, and chicken.
Add to Base:

  • 2 tbsp dried dill
  • 1 tbsp dried chives
  • ½ cup buttermilk powder (optional)
  • Extra 1 tsp salt

⭐ 2. Garlic Parmesan

Cheesy and savoury with a kick of chilli.
Add to Base:

  • 3 tbsp parmesan powder
  • 1 tsp chilli flakes
  • 1 tsp extra parsley

⭐ 3. Italian Herb

Earthy and aromatic—great for pasta, pizza, garlic bread.
Add to Base:

  • 1 tbsp basil
  • 1 tbsp thyme
  • 1 tsp chilli flakes

⭐ 4. Taco Spice

Warm, smoky, and perfect for Mexican-style dishes.
Add to Base:

  • 2 tbsp chilli powder
  • 1 tbsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp oregano

⭐ 5. Cajun Mix

Bold, spicy, and full of Southern-style flavour.
Add to Base:

  • 2 tbsp paprika
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1 tsp chilli powder

⭐ 6. BBQ Seasoning

Slightly sweet, smoky, and great for meats, corn, and fries.
Add to Base:

  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp paprika
  • 1 tsp mustard powder
  • ½ tsp extra pepper

⭐ 7. Lemon Pepper

Bright and zesty—perfect for seafood, veggies, and pasta.
Add to Base:

  • 2 tbsp dried lemon zest (or lemon powder)
  • 1 tbsp coarse black pepper
  • Extra ½ tsp salt

⭐ 8. Everything Bagel

Crunchy, nutty seasoning inspired by the famous bagel topping.
Add to Base:

  • 2 tbsp white sesame
  • 2 tbsp black sesame
  • 1 tbsp dried garlic
  • 1 tbsp dried onion
  • 1 tbsp poppy seeds
  • 1 tsp salt

⭐ Final Thoughts

This base-and-variation method keeps your pantry simple but your meals exciting. Make the base once, then build unlimited flavours depending on your mood—cheesy, spicy, tangy, herby, or smoky. Store each blend in small jars, label them, and you’ll always have a homemade seasoning ready to sprinkle, stir, or mix.