Want to make homemade flavored salt or seasoning as gifts but do not know where to start? Here is an all inclusive list for things you will need! I also suggest using a blender or mortar of some sort to crush and mix everything together, but it is si...
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Containers and Salt
These metal tins look nice for the holidays if you plan to gift your flavored salt. They come with some labels and a clear covering to sort of seal the product in the container so it does not spill upon opening.
TUZAZO 24Pack 2 Oz Aluminum Tin Cans w/ Lids
Amber jars just look fancier than a regular jar! These are fun if you are doing candles as well, or some sort of lotion as they are leak proof so nothing will spill.
Qeirudu 2 Oz Amber Glass Jars, 12 Pack
Plastic is a good overall bet as it is durable, harder to break or shatter than glass, and clear so you can see the internal contents. I would go with these as a base option for holding your salts.
36 Pack 2 Oz Clear Plastic Jars with Lids
This is your best bet for a basic salt to use as your base. Sea salt is a good, inexpensive choice and grinds down nicely. This comes in a smaller package than a bulk container which is good if you are only making just a few.
52USA Sea Salt 2lb Coarse Grain Grinder Refill
Pink salt is overall just pretty and gives a pop of color if you want something more bright than regular salt. This is a large plastic container as well which makes for quick and easy access and storage versus a paper bag.
52USA Himalayan Pink Salt Coarse 80oz
If you need to make a lot of flavored salt, want some of your own, or just go through a ton of salt in your house, this is a bulk pick that is also fun because it's from Sicily! This comes in a large bucket ready to be turned into whatever your heart...
SoSalt Dal Mare Di Trapani Coarse Sea Salt 5kg
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Here is dried rosemary in a large package for a rosemary or rosemary garlic salt! This will need to be chopped or blended down just a bit and is not as fresh as live rosemary but a good pick!
Herbalista Premium Whole Rosemary Leaves 3oz
This fresh rosemary comes in a few large stalks which is great for a huge boost of flavor for your salt! Add it in and then bake the salt to dry it out and you are good to go!
Rosemary, Locally Grown, 2 Bunches
Ingredient: Garlic. That's how you know it's garlic. This garlic would be good to add to a salt with some herbs like rosemary or basil for a fun flavor and is overall great to have!
Amazon Grocery Garlic Powder 3.9 Oz
Now if you love garlic, this is a perfect match made in heaven… or Amazon. This garlic powder comes in a huge container perfect for all your needs, either gift making or just using every day.
McCormick Culinary Garlic Powder, 21 oz
Crushed red pepper flakes add a fun kick to a seasoning or salt if you like a little bit of heat! Mix this with garlic for a good pizza or pasta topper that adds great flavor!
Frontier Co-op Ground Red Cayenne Chili Pepper 1.2oz
Lemon adds a fun citrus flavor so this would be great with some herbs or garlic! Customize your salt with a hint of citrus for some unique options to gift!
Herbs Botanica Lemon Peel Powder 2 oz
Fresh basil is a great option, it is all around a mild but fun herb that will add a hint of flavor to your salt that is super easily identifiable. Add and then bake your salt to make sure it is dried!
Amazon Grocery Organic Basil 0.5 Oz
If you want basil but do not want to deal with fresh and baking it to dry, this is a good pick and comes with a ton of dry basil! Add some good flavor, mix with garlic or lemon for a kick!
Lavendium 8oz Dried Basil - Pure, Non-GMO
Lime is a good choice with chili flakes for a fun twist that would be great on meat, popcorn, or anything that you want a little zing to! Mix with lemon and orange for a citrus salt!
SFL Lime Peel Granules Zest 3oz Shaker
Orange with lemon and lime would be a fun citrus seasoning, or maybe add some garlic as well for a great option on chicken or seafood!