Vegan Chicken Seasoning for Rubs (Printable Version)
Savory vegan chicken-style seasoning for rubs, marinades and broths — herb-forward blend to boost plant proteins.
# What You Need:
→ Spice Blend
01 - 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
02 - 2 tablespoons onion powder
03 - 1½ tablespoons garlic powder
04 - 2 teaspoons dried thyme
05 - 2 teaspoons dried sage
06 - 2 teaspoons dried parsley
07 - 1½ teaspoons ground paprika (smoked or sweet)
08 - 1½ teaspoons ground turmeric
09 - 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, finely crushed
10 - 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
11 - 1½ teaspoons sea salt (or to taste)
12 - ½ teaspoon celery seed (optional)
13 - ½ teaspoon ground white pepper (optional)
# How To Make It:
01 - In a small mixing bowl, add the nutritional yeast, onion powder, garlic powder, dried thyme, sage, parsley, paprika, turmeric, crushed rosemary, black pepper, sea salt, celery seed, and white pepper. Stir with a spoon or small whisk until all spices are evenly distributed and no clumps remain.
02 - Transfer the seasoning mixture to an airtight container. Seal tightly and store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. The blend will maintain peak flavor for up to 6 months.
03 - Sprinkle generously over tofu, seitan, tempeh, or vegetables before roasting or grilling. Press the seasoning into the surface to ensure even coverage and maximum flavor adhesion.
04 - Add 1 to 2 tablespoons of the seasoning blend per cup of liquid such as olive oil, lemon juice, or vegetable broth. Whisk together and marinate plant-based proteins for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
05 - Stir 1 tablespoon of the seasoning blend into 1 cup of hot water. Simmer briefly, then adjust salt to taste. Use as a base for soups, stews, or any dish calling for chicken-style broth.
# Expert Suggestions:
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- It tricks even the most devoted carnivores into asking what makes your tofu taste so remarkably like chicken.
- You likely have every single ingredient sitting in your pantry right now, which means no emergency grocery runs.
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- Nutritional yeast settles and clumps over time, so give your jar a vigorous shake before each use to redistribute the flavors evenly.
- Bulk bin spices can carry hidden gluten or dairy traces, so always check labels if you are cooking for someone with serious allergies.
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- Toast the blend in a dry skillet for ninety seconds before using it as a rub to bloom the spices and unlock a deeper layer of flavor.
- Crushing the dried herbs between your fingers as you add them makes a noticeable difference in how quickly and fully they release their aroma.