Ingredients:

  • 4 tbsp onion powder
  • 2 tbsp garlic powder
  • 2 tbsp dried thyme
  • 1 tbsp ground allspice
  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tbsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 tbsp crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 tbsp coarse black pepper
  • 1 tbsp coconut sugar
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 2 tbsp sea salt

Instructions:

  1. Whisk the base. Combine the 4 tbsp onion powder and 2 tbsp garlic powder in a ceramic bowl. Note: Using a whisk breaks up any clumps for a silky distribution.
  2. Incorporate the herbs. Rub the 2 tbsp dried thyme between your palms into the bowl until the aroma becomes pungent.
  3. Add the anchor. Stir in the 1 tbsp ground allspice and 1 tbsp smoked paprika.
  4. Build the heat. Add 1 tbsp cayenne pepper and 1 tbsp crushed red pepper flakes. Note: The flakes provide localized hot spots that make the flavor more dynamic.
  5. Season for depth. Incorporate 1 tbsp coarse black pepper and 2 tbsp sea salt.
  6. Balance with sugar. Mix in the 1 tbsp coconut sugar and 1 tsp ground cinnamon.
  7. Final aromatic touch. Grate the 1 tsp ground nutmeg into the mixture.
  8. Analyze the texture. Pulse the mixture in a spice grinder for exactly 3 seconds until the blend looks like coarse sand.
  9. Jar and seal. Transfer the mixture to a clean glass jar.
  10. Label and date. Ensure the lid is airtight to prevent the sugar from clumping.