Old Bay Seasoning Copycat

Recreate the iconic taste of Maryland with this Old Bay Seasoning Copycat recipe—an irresistible homemade blend of spices that brings bold, zesty flavor to your favorite dishes. Featuring a harmonious mix of paprika, celery salt, mustard, and a symphony of warming spices like nutmeg, cloves, and cinnamon, this DIY version captures all the magic of the classic seafood seasoning. Quick and easy to make in just 5 minutes, this versatile blend is perfect for seasoning seafood, poultry, fries, sauces, and more. Plus, it’s cost-effective and stores beautifully for up to six months, ensuring you’ll always have this savory spice mix at your fingertips. Whether you’re steaming crabs or elevating everyday meals, this Old Bay seasoning alternative is guaranteed to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 85/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon Paprika
• 1 tablespoon Celery salt
• 1 teaspoon Ground dry mustard
• 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Ground white pepper
• 1 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cloves
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground allspice
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground cardamom
• 1 teaspoon Ground ginger
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground mace
• 1 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
• 2 teaspoons Ground bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine all the ingredients: paprika, celery salt, ground dry mustard, ground black pepper, ground white pepper, ground nutmeg, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, ground allspice, ground cardamom, ground ginger, ground mace, crushed red pepper flakes, ground bay leaves, and ground coriander.

Step 2

Mix thoroughly until all the spices are evenly incorporated.

Step 3

Transfer the spice blend to an airtight container, such as a small glass jar with a lid.

Step 4

Store the seasoning in a cool, dark place for up to 6 months to maintain maximum freshness.

Step 5

Use the seasoning as needed to flavor seafood, poultry, sauces, fries, or any dish that could use a bold, savory kick!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	34.2 grams (34.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	86

Total Fat 3.80g	5%
Saturated Fat 0.40g	2%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 14mg	1%
Total Carbohydrate 15.20g	6%
Dietary Fiber 7.70g	28%
Total Sugars 1.20g
Protein 3.10g	6%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 114mg	9%
Iron 4mg	23%
Potassium 316mg	7%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.8%

Protein: 11.5%

Carbs: 56.6%