Poultry Seasoning
Poultry seasoning is a term used to describe a combination of seasonings that you can use in your vegan kitchen. The flavors in this recipe are amazing and perfect when used on tofu or vegan chicken fillets.
I’m always running out of essentials, right when I need them the most. That’s one reason I decided to start making my own seasonings at home, including taco seasoning and pumpkin pie spice.
Turns out, poultry seasoning is actually a mixture of herbs, making it simple to throw together. I love having my own mix, made exactly the way I want it. Join me in this DIY experience!
Key Ingredients
You can find the full printable recipe, including ingredient quantities, below. But first, here are some explanations of ingredients and steps to help you make this recipe perfect every time.
- Sage — This is the star of the show. I prefer rubbed sage because the sage leaves have been rubbed, creating a lighter feel and flavor. It’s less intense than ground sage. If using ground sage, reduce the amount by a tablespoon.
- Thyme — I’m using dried thyme leaves, but you can substitute ground thyme.
- Marjoram — This herb is in the mint family and adds a sweet pine flavor.
- Rosemary — This herb is a very fragrant herb that originates from Mediterranean evergreens. You can chop the prickly leaves or add them to the seasoning mix as-is.
- Dehydrated onions — I prefer dehydrated onions because I find onion powder to be clumpy.
- Ground black pepper — You’ll get the best flavor using freshly ground black pepper.
How to Make Poultry Seasoning
- Assemble the ingredients.
- Stir them all together in a bowl.
- Transfer the mixture to a lidded glass container.
Storage Tips
When stored correctly, this poultry seasoning will keep for up to a year, although herbs are best when used within a few months.
What Makes This Recipe Shine?
- Using rubbed sage delivers a milder flavor and adds lovely color as well
- Adding dehydrated onions creates a distinctive taste that complements the other herbs in this mix
- There’s no salt added, meaning you can salt the finished dish as you prefer, rather than having the seasoning mix adding too much salt
Frequently-Asked Questions
What is poultry seasoning used for?
A poultry herb blend is a mixture of dried herbs that brings out the best flavor in many dishes, including plant-based recipes.
Is poultry seasoning vegan?
Even though it has the word “poultry” in it, this seasoning mix is actually vegan. Created from different herbs, poultry seasoning can be used to flavor tofu, veggie burgers, gravies, and a variety of plant-based meats and sauces.
Poultry Seasoning Uses
Use this poultry seasoning for vegan turkey, vegan chicken, or even tofu. Here are some favorite dishes where having this seasoning will come in handy:
That’s it for this poultry seasoning recipe!
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Homemade Poultry Seasoning
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons rubbed sage (see note)
- 3 tablespoons ground thyme
- 2 tablespoons dried marjoram
- 1 ½ tablespoons dried rosemary
- 2 teaspoons dehydrated onions
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Combine all the ingredients in a bowl and stir together.
- Transfer the mixture to a lidded glass container. It will keep up to a year.
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I had all these spices and made my own poultry seasoning right at home.