Make your own herb and spice mixes. Some spices are more expensive than others, and ready-made mixes tend to use more of the cheaper spices. Try these then adjust to your taste: Mixed Herbs, Mixed Spice, Garam Masala, Gyros, Bouquet Garni.
Prep Time15 minutesmins
Total Time15 minutesmins
Course: Essential recipe
Cuisine: Asian, British, European
Author: Susie@Everyday Cooks
Ingredients
Mixed Herbs
1tablespoondried oregano(15ml)
1tablespoondried tarragon(15ml)
1tablespoondried basil(15ml)
1tablespoondried parsley(15ml)
Mixed Spice
1tablespoonground cinnamon(15ml)
2teaspoonsgrated nutmeg(10ml)
1teaspoonground ginger(5ml)
1teaspoonground coriander(5ml)
Garam Masala
2teaspoonsground cardamom(10ml)
2teaspoonsground cinnamon(10ml)
2teaspoonsground cumin(10ml)
2teaspoonsground coriander(10ml)
2teaspoonsground black pepper(10ml)
1teaspoonground cloves(5ml)
1teaspoongratedĀ nutmeg(5ml)
Ā½teaspoonground ginger(2.5ml)
Gyros
4teaspoonsdried parsley(20ml)
1tablespoondried oregano(15ml)
1tablespoonground coriander(15ml)
1tablespoonground cumin(15ml)
1tablespoonpaprika(15ml), mild or hot to suit your taste. Smoked is good
1tablespoondried thyme(15ml)
2teaspoonsground cinnamon(10ml)
1teaspooncayenne pepper(5ml), add an extra 5ml for a hotter mix