This homemade meatloaf seasoning recipe is perfect for anything from meatloaf to scrambled eggs.
Made with just eight ingredients, this simple seasoning is savory, salty, and somewhat spicy.
What you will read about in this recipe.
What is Meatloaf Seasoning?
Meatloaf seasoning is a seasoning blend made to enhance the flavor of homemade meatloaf.
I like that this seasoning blend works great on other meat based or meatless recipes as well.
Have you tried my Homemade Chili Seasoning?
That Chili Seasoning is a blend of spices combined together to make the seasoning that is commonly used to make homemade chili. Both this recipe for meatloaf seasoning and that recipe for chili seasoning are easy recipes for great tasting seasoning blends that you can make at home.
Store your seasoning blend in a spice jar for easy access. You can find a selection of spice jars here.
Why we love meatloaf seasoning blend.
This homemade seasoning blend is a convenient and delicious combination of flavors that enhance the taste of meatloaf. It can also be used in marinades, dry rubs, or meatless recipes.
Here is what else we like about this recipe.
- It takes less than five minutes to make this recipe.
- The ingredients are basic ingredients that you may already have on hand.
- Also, the ingredients used in this recipe are relatively inexpensive, making this blend a bargain when compared to a store-bought version.
- Personalizing this recipe is as easy as swapping out the chili powder with chipotle powder or adding a teaspoon or so of smoked paprika to give this a smokey hint.
- This seasoning is versatile enough to use on anything from tacos to popcorn.
- Lastly, This homemade seasoning can stay fresh tasting for up to a year.
Ingredients needed to make seasoning for meatloaf.
- Ground Mustard. Adds a bit of 'tangy' to this seasoning blend. Mustard powder can also be used.
- Paprika. Smoked paprika works well too.
- Onion Powder. You can use granulated onion however, I would not use onion salt.
- Garlic Powder. Like with the onion powder, granulated version of garlic can work however, avoid using garlic salt.
- Pepper. Basic ground black pepper.
- Dried Thyme. Fresh thyme will not work in this recipe.
- Dried Parsley. Fresh parsley will not work in this recipe.
- Salt. This can be omitted or increased as desired.
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Tips for making the best homemade meatloaf seasoning.
Using fresh ingredients is essential to the success of your seasoning. This is both for optimal flavor and storage.
More helpful tips for you.
- For even more authenticity in this spice blend, use herbs and spices that are in their whole form. You can then roast and grind them in a food processor.
- Start by blending together the listed ingredients as indicated in this recipe. Then you can taste the seasoning and make adjustments as needed after you have blended your ingredients.
- For more of a bit of a kick you can add a half teaspoon of crushed red pepper
- This seasoning can also be used as more of an all-purpose seasoning which means that you can use it in a variety of ways. Feel free to make adjustments in the ingredients as needed to your uses.
- To get a sweet balance to your seasoning you can add a teaspoon of sugar
- Don't forget to store this in an airtight container, that is labeled with the name of this seasoning and date, to keep it fresh.
How to make Perfect Meatloaf Seasoning
Prep Time: 5 minutes .
Makes: ½ cup .
- Prepare. Make sure that you have a cleaned and dry spice jar or similar storage container ready. Also gather your ingredients together.
- Measure. Measure out your ingredients and place them into a bowl.
- Combine. Use a small whisk or similar item to blend the ingredients together.
- Adjust. Taste and make adjustments as needed
- Transfer. Use a small funnel to transfer your taco seasoning into your prepare jar.
- Store. Lastly, label the jar with the seasoning name and the date it was made on.
Expert Tip 👉 To use this spice blend in a meatloaf recipe, you can use two to three tablespoons per pound of meat.
How to store Meatloaf Seasoning
This homemade seasoning blend should be stored in an airtight container such as a spice jar. When properly stored in a cool location such as a pantry, this homemade spice can last up to a year, depending on the age of your ingredients.
You may also be interested in these pantry recipes.
- Homemade Salsa Verde Recipe
- Homemade Chili Seasoning
- Homemade Buttermilk Ranch Dressing and Dip
- Homemade Southwest Seasoning Recipe
- Homemade Chili Lime Seasoning Recipe
- How to Make Homemade Fajita Seasoning
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Meatloaf Seasoning Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp Ground Mustard.
- 2 tbsp Paprika.
- 1 tbsp Onion Powder.
- 1 tbsp Garlic Powder
- ½ tbsp Pepper.
- ½ tbsp Dried Thyme.
- ½ tbsp Dried Parsley.
- ½ tbsp Salt.
Instructions
- Prepare. Make sure that you have a cleaned and dry spice jar or similar storage container ready. Also gather your ingredients together.
- Measure. Measure out your ingredients and place them into a bowl.
- Combine. Use a small whisk or similar item to blend the ingredients together.
- Adjust. Taste and make adjustments as needed
- Transfer. Use a small funnel to transfer your taco seasoning into your prepare jar.
- Store. Lastly, label the jar with the seasoning name and the date it was made on.
Recipe Notes
Also, please see the actual recipe post for further details on this recipe. Nutritional Information is only an estimate and can vary especially with ingredients that are used. See theairfryingdiva.com for details on this recipe.
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Nutrition
Please note: Nutritional data has been calculated using a tool that comes with this recipe card and not by me. This means that Nutritional Information is only an estimate and can vary especially with ingredients that you use. The accuracy of this tool may differ from other tools as expected. Also note that there is no instructional value to the video that may be attached to this recipe. It is only there for visual pleasure. For more information about the images in this recipe, please refer the the recipe instructions. Thank you!
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Perfect Meatloaf Seasoning Recipe, a simple eight ingredient recipe for seasoning that can be used to make meatloaf with.
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