Homemade sazón is the perfect way to bring bold, authentic Latin American flavors to your kitchen.
While store-bought options are convenient, making it yourself guarantees a blend completely free of preservatives and additives.
This homemade sazón recipe is simple to prepare with pantry staples and can be customized to your liking.
Whether cooking rice, beans, stews, or your favorite comfort foods, this sazón will quickly become your go-to seasoning for adding vibrant flavor to every dish.
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🛒 Ingredients You'll Need
- Ground achiote: 🤓Achiote is also called annatto. Brings a beautiful color and subtle earthy flavor that’s essential in many Latin dishes. 👉 It can be substituted with sweet paprika.
- Granulated garlic: Adds a savory kick and rounds out the flavors.👉 It can be substituted with onion powder.
- Granulated onion: Gives a mild sweetness and depth to the mix. 👉It can be substituted with garlic powder.
- Ground coriander: Adds a fresh, slightly citrusy note to balance the seasoning.
- Ground cumin: Provides a warm, earthy flavor that ties everything together.
- Oregano: Brings a hint of herbal flavor.
- Monosodium glutamate (optional): Boosts the flavors and adds an umami richness.👉 You'll find it in the spice aisle under the brand name Accent, but you can omit it if desired.
- Fine Sea salt: Enhances and balances all the flavors perfectly. 👉It can be substituted with any salt.
- Black Pepper (optional): Adds a mild spice and balance.
See the recipe card for quantities.
👩🍳 How to Make Homemade Sazón
1. Mix all the ingredients in a bowl until well combined.
2. Transfer the sazón to an airtight container and store it in a cool, dark place.
3. Use about 1½ teaspoons to replace one packet of store-bought sazón in meats, beans, soups, stews, or rice dishes.
🫙 Storage
Store your sazón in an airtight container in a cool, dark place. Use within six months and shake before each use to keep the spices evenly mixed.
📝 Camila's Tips & Variations
- For extra flavor: 1 tablespoon of dried cilantro and/ or dried parsley. Feel free to adjust these amounts to suit your taste preferences.
🛠️ Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make a low-sodium version?
Absolutely! Simply reduce or omit the salt from the recipe and add it to your dishes as needed during cooking.
Can I use sazón as a dry rub?
Yes! It works wonderfully as a dry rub for meats, seafood, or roasted vegetables. Combine it with olive oil or lime juice for a marinade.
Can I make a large batch?
Of course! Double or triple the recipe, store it in a larger airtight container and enjoy a ready-to-use seasoning whenever you need it.
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📖 Recipe
Homemade Sazón
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons ground achiote or sweet paprika
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon ground coriander
- 1 tablespoon granulated garlic
- 1 tablespoon granulated onion
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 tablespoon fine sea salt or kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Combine the spices: In a bowl, mix all the ingredients until well combined.
- Store the seasoning: Transfer the sazón to an airtight container and store it in a cool, dark place.
- Use as needed: For most recipes, use about 1½ teaspoons of this homemade sazón to replace one packet of store-bought seasoning. It's perfect for flavoring meats, beans, soups, stews, and rice dishes.
Notes
All nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe and nutritional value will vary depending on the brands you use, measuring methods, and portion sizes per household.
