When I started experimenting with this spice mix, I was only on the hunt to get the perfect spice for chicken drumsticks. I wanted something that would add flavor both to the skin and the inside meat, without sacrificing a crispy skin when cooked in the oven. Well, years later I use this mix on everything! Pork chops, ribs, chicken of all kinds, steak, it doesn’t matter, I love it all! I use this when grilling, cooking on the stove top, and in the oven.
What’s great about this spice is that it’s not only easy to make (5 minutes or less!) but you can use it as a base flavor for all sorts of sauces. I’ve used this on meats that I add BBQ or teriyaki at the end and it compliments them perfectly! When cooking for guests everyone will wonder what that extra level of flavor is and will be begging you for the recipe!
When I use this mix, I generally apply 2-3 teaspoons per whatever protein I’m using it on. You can modify to taste and size of the protein (you would use less on a chicken wing but more on a slab of ribs) and I would recommend seasoning at least one day before consuming. I’ve seasoned and waited an hour when I forget to do this step or if I go to the grocery store and see something on sale I want to eat right away and it is good, but it doesn’t really give the seasoning a chance to soak into the meat.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 2 tbsp granulated garlic
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp seasoned salt
- 3 tbsp crushed red pepper
- 2 tbsp cayenne pepper
- 1½ tbsp lemon pepper
- 1 tbsp pepper freshly ground
- 2 tbsp Adobo all purpose seasoning
Instructions
- Add all ingredients into a mason jar or other airtight container and shake. Add to any meat you like, letting it marinade overnight for best results. Enjoy!
