Homemade pizza seasoning is a great way to elevate pizza night! This easy-to-make blend packs a big flavor punch, and is perfect for sprinkling on your homemade pizza, veggies, pasta dishes, and more.
Why You Will Love This Recipe
There are a few reasons why these spices for pizza are a must-have for any home cook to have on hand in the pantry. Pizza spices are perfect for pizza sauce, and for sprinkling on a hot, pizza slices!
The combination of oregano, basil, garlic powder, and crushed red pepper creates a savory and slightly spicy flavor that is perfect for pizza, pasta, and vegetables. It's amazing on toasted garlic bread also!
- Easy to make. Just combine all of the ingredients in a bowl and mix well. That's it!
- Economical. This blend of spices for pizza are cheaper than buying pre-made seasoning blends.
- Versatile. It's not just for pizza. You can also use it on pasta dishes, roasted vegetables, and even popcorn. Third, this seasoning blend is packed with flavor.
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- Why You Will Love This Recipe
- Pizza Seasoning Ingredients
- How to Make Pizza Seasoning
- Serving Suggestions
- Related Recipes
- Substitutions and Variations
- Equipment
- Storage and Reheating
- Tips for Success
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Food Safety
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Pizza Seasoning Ingredients
Making your own pizza seasoning is easy. Just gather the following ingredients:
- Oregano - Dried.
- Basil - Dried.
- Minced onion - Dried.
- Garlic powder - Dried.
- Thyme - Dried.
- Fennel seeds - Dried.
- Paprika - Regular domestic sweet paprika.
- Crushed red pepper flakes - Dried.
Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
How to Make Pizza Seasoning
This easy-to-make blend is made with a variety of herbs and spices that perfectly complement the flavors of pizza. Once you make this homemade version, you'll love how versatile and convenient it is to have on hand.
Measure Herbs and Spices
- Combine all of the ingredients in a small bowl.
Blend The Spices Well
- Mix well until everything is evenly distributed.
Store In Air Tight Spice Jars
- That's it! Your homemade pizza seasoning is now ready to use. Store what you don't need in an air tight mason jar, bail jar, or spice jar in a cool, dry pantry cupboard.
Serving Suggestions
Homemade pizza seasoning is a great way to add flavor to your pizzas, flatbreads, focaccia, and so much more. These Italian spices for pizza are fantastic on the following foods:
- Sprinkle it on your homemade or store-bought pizza crust before adding the sauce and toppings.
- Use it as a dry rub for grilled chicken or fish.
- Add it to your favorite pasta dish.
- Sprinkle it on roasted vegetables.
- Toss it with popcorn for a flavorful snack.
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 delicious variations using this recipe for homemade pizza seasoning:
- Add some dried rosemary for a herbaceous flavor.
- Use some grated Parmesan cheese for a richer flavor.
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 homemade pizza seasoning recipe.
- Nitrile Gloves
- Disposable Face Mask
- Rounded Ball Canning Jars, 8 oz
- Quilted Mason Jars, small 4 oz
- Spice Jars and Label Set
Storage and Reheating
- Store your homemade pizza seasoning in an airtight container in a cool, dark place. It will keep for up to 6 months.
Tips for Success
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your seasoning.
- Be sure to mix the ingredients well so that they are evenly distributed.
- Store your seasoning in an airtight container in a cool, dark place. It will keep for up to 6 months.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can use this seasoning on a variety of dishes such as pasta, roasted vegetables, grilled chicken or fish, popcorn, soups and stews.
The amount of pizza seasoning you use will depend on your personal preferences. A good rule of thumb is to start with 1 teaspoon of pizza seasoning per pizza crust. You can always add more if you like.
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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Pizza Seasoning Blend
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoon Oregano Dried
- 3 tablespoon Basil Dried
- 1 tablespoon Minced onion Dried
- 1 tablespoon Garlic powder Dried
- 1 tablespoon Thyme Dried
- 1 tablespoon Fennel seeds Dried
- 1 tablespoon Paprika ground, domestic sweet paprika
- 1 tablespoon Crushed red pepper flakes Dried
Instructions
- Combine all of the ingredients in a small bowl.4 tablespoon Oregano, 3 tablespoon Basil, 1 tablespoon Minced onion, 1 tablespoon Garlic powder, 1 tablespoon Thyme, 1 tablespoon Fennel seeds, 1 tablespoon Paprika, 1 tablespoon Crushed red pepper flakes
- Mix well until everything is evenly distributed.
- That's it! Your homemade pizza seasoning is now ready to use. Store what you don't need in an air tight mason jar, bail jar, or spice jar in a cool, dry pantry cupboard.
Notes
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your seasoning.
- Be sure to mix the ingredients well so that they are evenly distributed.
- Store your seasoning in an airtight container in a cool, dark place. It will keep for up to 6 months.
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