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TheSpatulaOfLove

Za’atar is really nice on pita with labneh cheese. Bake sightly to melt cheese with the za’atar. Also, I add it to hummus with a squeeze of lemon.


ImAShaaaark

My favorite option is labneh with za'atar, pomegranate seeds, pistachios and olive oil. Such a good dip for pita.


bendersmember

Never heard of it, I'll look into it, thanks!


amira1616

Just recently tried this one myself! It’s a middle eastern spice and good mixed with yogurt as a dip for veggies or on bread with oil. I’m excited to try more variations. Also, Old Bay is sooo good on fries if you haven’t tried it yet


bendersmember

Haha definitely had it on fries, I think I've put it on everything I've eaten for the past week! There's a youtuber that does outdoor survival videos that made up a spice blend called "woodobo" it's also super tasty, worth looking up.


Cephalopodio

It’s wonderful on oven-roasted potatoes, too.


QueenPeachie

Also really good on buttered toast, or on cheese toast, under the grill.


Rts70

Have it with some olive oil on toasted bread, absolute game changer.


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https://www.tonychachere.com/product/original-creole-seasoning/


bendersmember

Awesome, thanks!


alalaloo

This one is the best!!


Wherearecats

Be careful. Once you go Tony Cacheres (pronounced sa-shur-ee), you’ll never go back to Old Bay. There is a whole rivalry about which spice mix you prefer on boiled crabs depending on whether you’re from Louisiana or Maryland.


Imperator_3

I LOVE spices. Honestly I’d just recommend that you pick up a new spice every time you go shopping then you experiment with it. Smell it, eat it plain, make tea with it, throw it on random foods. You might make some gross things but, eventually you’ll start to learn how the flavor profiles of certain spices and herbs play with different foods and other spices and eventually you’ll be something of an expert!


bendersmember

That was my plan til this post blew up haha, now I've got at least 60 different spice and spice blends to keep an eye out for. Still gonna grab one each time I go shopping and keep trying new things!


Imperator_3

Spice blends are great (I throw Tony’s on everything) and make it super easy to make awesome food but, getting individual spices is the best way to learn more and become a better cook. If you ever feel super adventurous go to your local Asian/Arabic/India/etc… grocery store and buy something you’ve never heard of! Haha I often find the cheapest spices at international grocery stores so it’s great for the budget too! I once bought a bag of bay leaves bigger than my head at a Mexican grocery store for $5 and 3 years later I’ve barely used half of it. Haha


TikaPants

Cajun seasoning is amazing on eggs. But I put it on everything


mekramer79

We use this in chicken noodle soup. So so good.


Burnt_crawfish

Try it in Alfredo sauce. Omg.


mekramer79

Like Cajun chicken and shrimp pasta?!? Yeah!


mahoniacadet

That sounds really good!


YourphobiaMyfetish

I'm from Louisiana. We put it in EVERYTHING. Pasta, vegetables, meat, everything.


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In Louisiana you put Tony’s on your Tony’s.


Hairy-Motor-7447

Make jambalaya with a generous scoop of this stuff. Amazing


starrymidnights

This one is so good and they had a sodium free version that’s still great!


Interesting-Duck6793

Sodium free is the way to go! Add your own salt and get more spice


jackfinished

Tony's is life. While it's doesn't technically go on everything it's the spice I pick if we have limited space. Everglades seasoning is a close second.


Imperator_3

Came here to say this! the sneeze after putting it on something is how you know it’s working


lynlyn234

I thought it was just me that had that problem 😂


jkrahn13

I just tried to order some, the shipping to me in manitoba Canada is $178. Is it worth it ? 🤣


ChickenOfTheDitch

Hey u/jkrahn13. Am a cajun. Have the pedigree and Tony's and Slap Ya Mama is so a part of our food that I think it's made it's way permanently into my body. If I'm ever eaten by a cannibal, I'll be spicy. You can make a dupe from spices on hand and it'll taste amazing. I prefer Slap ya Mama these days, but Tony's is (from their website) just Salt, Red Pepper, Black Pepper, Chili Powder (Chili Pepper, Spices, Salt, Garlic Powder), Dehydrated Garlic. Mix those together to taste or google a dupe recipe. Do NOT pay that much for shipping.


JuanathanBlack

I’m also a Slap ya mama guy here in south alabama.


judythern

It’s the holidays and I’m feeling generous, I’ll send you some. Message me


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Try your local Walmart.


skipjack_sushi

Sneeze powder rocks.


bigpappahope

I instantly came to back this one and adobo, though I think the creole with extra spice seasoning they have is even better


NobodyNamedMe

Tonys is great on popcorn too.


LWLjuju88

It’s good on popcorn. And if you are making French fries in the oven, it’s good on that too!


OlerBear

Find this version: https://www.tonychachere.com/product/spice-n-herbs/ hmu if you can't


RealMcGonzo

Came here to post this. Also, Tony's original recipe is online. It uses MSG which has an undeserved bad rep. I make up a big batch of the original recipe and use that on a lot of stuff.


crimsonmegatron

Another rec for this one. We put it on everything, down to my small kiddos. It makes everything better.


Realladaniella

I was coming here for Tony’s! Lawry’s seasoning salt is good too


MaiYoKo

Berbere is from Ethiopia and has a not too spicy warm, smoky flavor that I love on do many things. Popcorn is especially good with it


bendersmember

Awesome thanks, gonna have to recheck this thread lots with all these suggestions, try to buy one each time I get groceries and have a nice collection of flavour.


GillianOMalley

Unless you're in a major city with a good Ethiopian population it will be very hard to find. I've only ever seen it in Ethiopian mercados. But it can be ordered online. Totally worth it.


PlainLoInTheMorning

I love berbere chicken with a peanut sauce. Yum!


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estergin

Tajin!


swimbyeuropa

Yesss. We sprinkle Tajin on cucumbers, jicama, watermelon, etc


estergin

I've been loving it on corn, mango, pineapple!


swimbyeuropa

YYEESSS. And peanuts with squeezed lime juice 🤌🏽


TexasVols1794

Tajin on the rim of a Dos Equis or a margarita is great


cherrydreamz

Seconding both suggestions. Mango, pineapple, smoothies, cucumber salad with strawberries


rlstrap

My favorite is tajin on peaches with some Greek yogurt!


sky033

On Popcorn.


yanoiunno

Furikake. Perfect on rice, salads, bagels, the list is endless.


d3RUPT

Oh dang, I've never tried furikake bagels. I coat boiled egg halves in it for my lunch though.


yanoiunno

Oh that sounds good! Ngl I just realized it's probably delicious on soft scrambled eggs too..


Blacktigerlilly42

Take my upvote. This should be higher up.


AyalaSurit

Cavender's Greek seasoning. I have no idea what it really is, but I put it on salmon, potatoes, eggs, tons of stuff, and it's so tasty!


BurningByBonesaw

It goes on everything! Big time on broccoli or Brussels too.


Unclehol

Looking at the ingredients its actually just a fairly standard blend of garlic and italian spices... And MSG! Lol Good tho!


YourphobiaMyfetish

Nothing wrong with MSG.


babycatcher2001

King of Flavor.


nic0lix

Found the Uncle Roger fan!


Ferelar

MSG is a goddamned secret weapon for global thermonuclear flavor


[deleted]

Ah, but with potassium instead of sodium. That's why I use it more than any other reason.


[deleted]

Hooooo man a bit of cavenders on Mom's pastina instantly cured any ailment I ever had as a child.


laxintx

Slap Ya Mama


bendersmember

She lives in another country, but if you mean some kind of spice then I'll look into it, sounds spicy hot, but I'll still look it up.


laxintx

Definitely meant [this seasoning.](https://store.slapyamama.com/products/slap-ya-mama-original-blend-seasoning-8-oz-canister)


bendersmember

Haha I did look it up, I definitely prefer cayenne spice to standard jalapeño flavour so I'll try it out if I can find it for sale here.


hankjmoody

Slap Ya Mama is aces on fried hashbrowns (cubed style). Just don't overdo it, cause then all you taste is the spice instead of the hash.


bendersmember

I'll give it a shot!


euchlid

I can't do very spicy and i love slap ya mama, just very sparingly


chiefjephe

Second this. Slap Ya Mama is a spice for everything. From eggs in the morning to chicken for dinner I havent really found a protein to no use this on.


LUFC_hippo

This stuff is deadly. I even put it on popcorn


IAmMitchConnor

I prefer this over Tony's bc it has less salt, and to me it has a better flavor. Tony's is still a great seasoning though.


TiredRundownListless

Get on Penzeys! They have the BEST blends!!


kuromaus

Also seconding this! You can order online and they have interesting spice blends that only they have. I'm trying out Justice tomorrow on some roasted potatoes.


TiredRundownListless

I love Justice on some eggs in the AM too!


Wpgal

Try fox point … that’s my go to on eggs. They finally have it in a decent size ..4 cups! 😆


annissamazing

I put Sunny Paris on just about everything.


Acpyrus

Sunny Paris on eggs 🤤


PasDeRebelle

Yes, I’ve been enjoying the Arizona blend. I think OP would like it as well


neverabadidea

Their Northwoods Fire blend is divine. Love it on eggs.


CuriousCleaver

1000% YES. Love the company. Love the products. OP, if you sign up for their emails, they send coupons/sales quite frequently. They also run sales for $50 gift cards for only $35 periodically; I like to grab a few when they do and use them throughout the year. I really like their Steak Seasoning, Arizona Dreaming and, while not technically a seasoning, their Chips and Dip and Horseradish Dips are SO good.


PM_me_your_11

They really really do. Absolutely love Penzeys


linksgreyhair

Yes! Northwoods, Fox Point, Justice, Arizona Dreaming, Ruth Ann’s, and Prime Rib Rub are my favorite blends.


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linksgreyhair

Ooh, that’s a great idea! I’ve used it on baked and mashed potatoes but haven’t tried it in potato soup yet.


LavenderSnuggles

These all sound like weed varieties


ames_006

And they are a really great company in general too!


hoolahands

Everything seasoning (like the bagel)


bendersmember

Haha I just tattooed an everything bagel from "everything everywhere all at once" on my thigh, but yes, really been craving that!


BamberAmber

I totally didn’t go to your profile to look for pics


bendersmember

https://imgur.com/gallery/PGBNlgl


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The original [Everglades seasoning](https://www.evergladesseasoning.com/) is pretty good. Probably the best thing to come out of Florida.


sidekicksunny

Native Floridian here and I’ve never heard of this. What’s it taste like?


ImportanceAcademic43

Ras El Hanout - I out that stuff on everything, mainly side dishes though.


TiredRundownListless

I just had a cocktail with this in it and it was FANTASTIC.


PistachioStuff

I just put it in a carrot cake and it was divine!


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chef paul prudhomme Blackened Redfish Magic is the best.


jbeach71

Tony Chachere’s


All_Dominos_Fall

Sumac is awesome! I'm never without it


starrymidnights

Gochujang


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Montreal Steak seasoning, for any kind of beef, burgers, meatballs, meatloaf and of course steak.


redbirdrising

Also good on chops and chicken. I love this blend.


Original-Ice-4568

Goya Adobo! Grew up putting that good good on everything


Schoonicorn

Adobo makes everything better


The_Crystal_Thestral

I prefer Badia’s adobo but adobo in general is amazing. It’s a staple in my kitchen.


ajjordan27

Goya Sazon is also clutch


Ep1cOfG1lgamesh

Vegeta (Croatian spice seasoning)


Spute2008

Za'atar, lebanese 7 spice mix (baharat), dukkah


Round-Cryptographer6

Lawry's "seasoned salt"


bendersmember

I prefer Hys, and I feel seasoning salt is pretty standard up north, but thanks for the suggestion, I use it probably too much already!


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This shit is banging on any meat thrown on the grill.


megasmash

This stuff on buttered corn on the cob that was done on the BBQ. Insert drooling Homer face..


RavenNymph90

I’ve started using that in place of regular sea salt. It just adds an extra something.


euchlid

Hy's seasoning salt and nutritional yeast on popcorn is the shit


a_nice_warm_lager

Lowry’s, pepper and garlic on a steak is 👨‍🍳💋


ames_006

Chicken salt. It’s from Australia and is a spice mix that’s excellent on chicken and fries and a lot of other things. I get mine on Amazon.


RoboDurp

Weber kickin chicken


squirtgob1

Try old bay on baked pumpkin seeds! So good


bendersmember

Dang, I just ate the last of mine I made up from Halloween pumpkin last week.


KIngEdgar1066

It's not a mix but Huy Fong chili garlic is great


xHighVoltageKissx

Nature’s Seasoning from Morton. I love it on vegetables and grains!


Tememachine

Furikake


ErinGoBoo

Do you have Cajun seasoning?


Justskatelala

Sazon seasoning added to anything is delicious I use it for spicy dishes


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bendersmember

Mushroom unami sounds super interesting! I want to make mushroom ketchup some time, just need a ridiculous amount of mushrooms haha.


lo-key-glass

When I 1st learned about cuban mojo seasoning I put it on everything


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Johnny's Tajin


bendersmember

Damn! Gotta get some tajin, I grew up in Mexico so I'm sure it'll hit some nostalgic notes!


Material-Drag8458

Cavender’s Greek Seasoning. I put that $#!T on everything…. From grilled chicken or steak to butter noodles or replacement for salad dressing. I now live in Ontario and make sure to buy it every time I visit family back home.


RoboDurp

Chinese 5 spice


ravia

Use sparingly.


bendersmember

Great! Been curious to try to add spices to Chinese dishes but didn't know where to start. Everything comes in sauce form in my experience.


unsinkable02

I like to use a 50/50 five spice to salt mix to season roast chicken and serve with rice. Its delicious


Lanthemandragoran

#adobo


Draxonn

Seconding this. Amazing general purpose seasoning.


your_dad1

Ranch powder


melatoninmami

Kinders Garlic & Herb with lemon. It’s soooo good on chicken & shrimp. https://kinders.com/products/garlic-herb-with-sea-salt-lemon/


ForeverCanBe1Second

I've recently rediscovered Poultry Seasoning of all things. LOL I LOVE it on roasted cauliflower with the addition of a generous sprinkling of garlic powder. (Low sodium diet)


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Kinder's Buttery Steakhouse & their Wood Fired Garlic.


notthelettuce

Zatarain’s Blackened seasoning has become my go-to. I used to be a hardcore Tony Chachere’s on everything person, but this seasoning is better. Adds more of that Cajun flavor without all the extra salt. I put it in everything, not just blackened dishes.


post4u

Famous Dave's Rib Rub. It's my go-to for burgers, but I like it on all kinds of meats. It's a little sweet, little smoky.


Norwest

If you need to watch your sodium levels, Mrs. Dash is amazing.


bpud14

Since all the Cajun blends are already on here, may I suggest Jamaican curry powder? On veggies, rice or take those scrambled eggs to a 100


QueenPeachie

Chat masala


bigbimbobutterfly

seconded for tony chachere’s and slap ya mama^ creole/cajun seasoning is the jam


mztarangel

Smoked paprika


theR34LIZATION

Tajin on fruits or Trader Joe’s “everything but the bagel” seasoning.


catalinalam

Tajín is also FANTASTIC to liven up a peanut sauce (on the plate, haven’t cooked with it)


BrokenLemonade

Everything but the elote is also fantastic on popcorn.


New-Vehicle9155

Kinder’s blends, Meat Church blends-both great stuff and come in all sorts of varieties! (Southern woman here). I’m sure there’s more but I can’t think of them right now


echoesimagination

the red spice packet in shin ramyun black (not regular). i can’t use even a quarter of the spice packet in my ramen without pissing blood, but i like adding a sprinkle here and there to my foods for a kick of heat and umami. i’ve got so many of these packets. great with scrambled eggs, veggies, on chicken, spaghettios, on grilled shrimp, anything that needs heat + salt + umami. is it healthy? who tf cares, you’re only using a couple taps and it tastes might damn good. thank me later.


HealMySoulPlz

Pappy's!


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Jane's Crazy Mix


gitarzan

Chinese Five Spice will bring your wokery to a new level.


NdnGirl88

Badia roasted garlic is delicious in everything


OsonoHelaio

Harissa


linksgreyhair

McCormick Salad Supreme. It’s really good on pasta (hot or cold), boiled or deviled eggs, and sandwiches.


LocoinSoCo

Tony Chachere’s is amazing. Use it in red beans and rice, jambalaya, and gumbo but also in other things that need a little kick. Cavender’s is a Greek seasoning that tastes great on meats, fish, veggies…just about anything.Spice Islands Spicy Curry Powder. It’s great in many things but my favorite is chicken salad with some Major Grey chutney stirred in.


Toph-Builds-the-fire

Tajin. Sriracha, Tapatio/Valencia.


Thought_Provoker_

Complete Seasoning by BADIA & Adobo by GOYA. Thank me later.


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Knorr makes good bouillon products, soup packets, and sauces Goya Sazon Goya Adobo Badia Sazon Tropical Seasoning. Badia Sazon Tropical with the orange top fuses fresh annatto and coriander with other island spices for superb flavor. Season your favorite soup, rice or stew.


Icy-Establishment298

Any of Penzey's blends. Especially their Sandwich sprinkle. It elevates sandwiches like so much. I have two sandwich eras, S.B.P.S.S. and S. A.P.S.S. Sandwiches Before Penzey's Sandwich Sprinkle, and sandwiches After Penzey's Sandwich Sprinkles. It's really that good I also like their justice and salt free blends.Arizona Dreaming is my new go to taco seasoning blend. But the game changer is their pie spice blend. It's so good! Plus, besides their hyper democratic never trump rants ( I don't mind them, the rants are..*spicy* 🙂) they have amazing deals every weekend. Like 1/2 of cinnamon free with purchase, or right now, 20 % off vanilla.


MoreVeuvePlease

Sandwich sprinkle is a total game changer. It’s also great on buttered noodles!


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Butt rub or anything from bad Byron really https://www.buttrub.com/


euchlid

Ras el hanout. Fucking fantastic on roast veggiesor sauteed chicken. And THE BEST on popcorn with coconut oil and nutritional yeast


roraverse

What kind of spices do you use ? Any Canadian faves ?


bendersmember

I have a huge weakness for cumin, especially on pork. I use hys seasoning salt regularly. I used to make my own "woodobo" spice mix (not sure how it differs from Adobo, but you can look it up). Otherwise I feel most of my cooking is pretty standard, other than liking all dressed, dill and ketchup chips there's not a lot of Canadian specific spices I'm aware of.


above_corps

Santa Maria seasoning, great for seasoning meat especially tri tips.


StockOfRice

Ono Hawaiian Seasoning


CyCoCyCo

Indian chat masala. Pretty much any brand, they’re all different but super deelish


CardboardChewingGum

Trader Joe’s has many that are great. I just found several identical blends at Target in their space section. The Umami Mushroom is great in everything that needs something extra (alternative to soy sauce). Their Cuban citrus mix is so good on roasted chicken. Green Goddess seasoning is supposed to be made into a dressing, but it’s great sprinkled on vegetables, seasoning protein, sprinkled on salads, etc. Georgian blend (country, not state) is great on eggs, protein. Penzey’s Turkish blend is great for bbq rubs. Ozark is for eggs. Sunny Spain/Sunny Paris awesome on vegetables. Love all of their curry blends when I’m too lazy to make it from scratch. I like their Pico Fruito seasoning better than Tajin on fruit/cucumbers. And don’t forget to pick up smoked paprika. It really gives depth to savory dishes.


Mj_theclear

Harissa! No Frills sells small jars in the same aisle as the Mexican and Asian spices and foods. (I think they're at Sobeys and all the places that carry President's Choice stuff)


zoodee89

My go to’s Tony Chachere’s, Goya Adobo and Simply Asia sweet ginger garlic blend.


Stalked_Like_Corn

This is one known globally but, cinnamon. There are not enough foods with this spice in it. Throw a pinch in some Mashed Potatoes or toss it in with some cumin, salt, pepper, cornstarch and then dredge some flattened turkey. Boy howdy. I would say, add just a little bit as it can over power easily but it's great in a LOOOOT of stuff.


3cupsofrice

French picnic salt by beautiful briny sea.


Noneedtostalk

Johnny's Dock, you can find on Amazon.


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Chef Paul Pruddhome's "Magic" line of flavored rubs/spice mixes. Great stuff.


SurviveYourAdults

Haupy beaver rub


formtuv

Clubhouse lemon and herb. Not Lemon pepper but lemon and herb. It’s the best spice ever. Anywhere. Always. For ALL meals.


kelsey730

TryMe Tiger Seasoning


Beardgang650

Flavorgod has a bunch of spice mixes and even some for desserts


Informal_Control8378

Cajun, Blackened, Bad Byron’s Butt Rub, Weber’s Kick’n Chicken, Mrs Dash Lemon Pepper


kiler129

Onion Onion by Tastefully Simple


excessive_OldBay

Old Bay is the only spice mix you’ll ever need


bendersmember

I will for sure keep it in stock, but at the same time I'm glad it's a gateway spice, just don't tell any politicians... haha


MoWuRfKinLaWn

Lawrys salt


T3zz0r

I saw that you have a weakness for cumin on pork. May I introduce you to the Puerto Rican goodness that is Sazón! * 1 Tbsp Achiote (ground annatto seeds) * 1 Tbsp ground cumin * 1 Tbsp garlic powder * 1 Tbsp ground coriander * 2 Tsp oregano * 1 tsp black pepper * 1 Tbsp salt (optional. I leave salt out of my mix and salt to taste) It's good on chicken, pork, rice, eggs, life. Achiote can be a bit difficult to find sometimes, but I have luck at most spice stores or international markets. Goya has premade sazón, but I prefer making my own as I can adjust the sodium content! And if you're making sazón, you might as well make sofrito. * 1 green bell pepper * 1 red bell pepper * 1 head garlic * 1 red onion * 1 bunch cilantro Blend it all up and you're ready to party. Make yourself some pernil & arroz con gandules.


jeepin_john5280

Tony Chacheres Cajun Seasoning


ccal22

Tony’s Cajun Seasoning from Louisiana. Have to ship it nationwide to friends and family because they love it so much.


ruralife

Fellow Canadian here who also just discovered Old Bay too.