Italian seasoning is popular in so many recipes, from pasta to pizza to soup. This Italian seasoning substitute is easy to make and can be used in any recipe that calls for Italian seasoning.
Why You Will Love This Recipe
You can easily make this Italian seasoning substitute with basic dried herb components that you probably already have in your pantry. Not only that, but since you are doing the blending, you can customize it to what your family's tastes are!
This classic blend is economical to blend yourself, especially if you us a lot of it, like I do!
- Simple ingredients that are easy to find
- All-natural and free of artificial flavors or preservatives
- Versatile and can be used in a variety of dishes
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- Why You Will Love This Recipe
- Ingredients for Italian Seasoning Substitute
- How to Make Italian Seasoning Substitute
- Serving Suggestions
- Related Recipes
- Substitutions and Variations
- Equipment
- Storage
- Tips for Success
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Food Safety
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Ingredients for Italian Seasoning Substitute
This recipe is great because it's made with simple, common ingredients that are already in most spice cupboards. This easy replacement for Italian seasoning is also all-natural and free of preservatives.
This recipe makes about three 6 oz spice jars of Italian seasoning substitute.
- Oregano - Dried.
- Basil - Dried.
- Parsley - Dried.
- Thyme - Dried.
- Rosemary - Dried.
- Marjoram - Dried.
- Crushed Red Pepper Flakes - Optional.
- Garlic Granules - Optional.
- Onion Flakes - Dried, Optional.
PRO TIP: If you grow your own herbs, this blend is even better when you dry your surplus!
Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
How to Make Italian Seasoning Substitute
Walmart and Amazon sell larger containers of single herbs, making this a smart way to have plenty of each individual herb on hand. It also lets you custom blend this substitute for Italian seasoning mix, or make your own Herbes de Provence, or even Greek Seasoning blend.
Measure Herbs
Blend And Store
Serving Suggestions
This recipe is also very versatile and can be used in a variety recipes. You can use this Italian seasoning replacement to make other dishes that call for Italian seasoning. For example, use it to make pasta, pizza, chicken, or vegetables.
Here are some of our recipes that use Italian Seasoning:
- Pasta Napoletana
- Air Fryer French Bread Pizza
- Fire Roasted Vegetable Platter
- Spaghetti Alfredo Bake
- Wagyu Meatballs with Marinara
Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
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Substitutions and Variations
Here are a few substitutions and variations using this substitution for Italian seasoning recipe as a base:
- Add a small amount of red pepper flakes to the Italian seasoning substitute for a spicy dish.
- You can also add some dehydrated garlic granules and use it with olive oil for bread dip.
- If your recipe calls for either oregano or basil, you can replace that with this Italian seasoning substitute.
Equipment
Equipment can have a big impact on how a recipe turns out. Below are some of my favorite pieces of equipment that I use when making this Italian seasoning replacement.
- Nitrile Gloves
- Disposable Face Mask
- Rounded Ball Canning Jars, 8 oz
- Quilted Mason Jars, small 4 oz
- Spice Jars and Label Set
Storage
Store this substitution for Italian seasoning in an airtight containers like small Mason jars, or spice jars, in a cool, dark place. It will keep for up to 6 months.
Tips for Success
- This recipe can be doubled or tripled to make a larger batch.
- You can also add other spices to the mix, such as garlic granules, onion flakes, or crushed red pepper flakes.
- Italian seasoning is a great way to add flavor to grilled meats, vegetables, and seafood.
Frequently Asked Questions
The most important herbs to include in any Italian seasoning recipe are oregano, basil, thyme, and rosemary. These herbs are all native to Italy and have been used in Italian cuisine for centuries.
Italian seasoning is a versatile seasoning that can be used in a variety of dishes. It is a popular choice for pasta dishes, pizza, and salads. You can also use it to flavor egg dishes, meats, vegetables, and seafood.
It's a cost-effective way to have this popular seasoning on hand all the time. You can also control the ingredients and make sure that it is free of any allergens or additives that you may be sensitive to. And best of all, you can customize the blend!
The amount of Italian seasoning that you use will depend on the dish that you are making. As a general rule of thumb, you should use 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning, or this substitution for Italian seasoning, per pound of meat or vegetables.
Food Safety
- Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat.
- Wash hands after touching raw meat.
- Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods.
- Never leave cooking food unattended.
- Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds.
- Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove.
See more guidelines at USDA.gov.
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Italian Seasoning Substitute Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoon Oregano dried
- 4 tablespoon Basil dried
- 4 tablespoon Parsley dried
- 2 tablespoon Thyme dried
- 2 tablespoon Rosemary dried
- 2 tablespoon Marjoram dried
- 2 teaspoon Crushed red pepper dried, optional
- 2 teaspoon Onion flakes dried, optional
- 2 teaspoon Garlic granules dried, optional
Instructions
- Measure out the oregano, basil, parsley, thyme, rosemary, and marjoram into a bowl. If using the optional ingredients, add them also.4 tablespoon Oregano, 4 tablespoon Basil, 4 tablespoon Parsley, 2 tablespoon Thyme, 2 tablespoon Rosemary, 2 tablespoon Marjoram, 2 teaspoon Crushed red pepper, 2 teaspoon Onion flakes, 2 teaspoon Garlic granules
- Blend well and fill small Mason jars or spice jars.
- Label each jar with name of spice blend and date.
- Store in a cool, dark pantry location for 6 months.
Notes
- This recipe can be doubled or tripled to make a larger batch.
- You can also add other spices to the mix, such as garlic granules, onion flakes, or crushed red pepper flakes.
- Italian seasoning is a great way to add flavor to grilled meats, vegetables, and seafood.
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