GuruHere is a copycat recipe we call Cray-Bay (because we’re crazy for Old Bay) that is pretty darn close to the real thing, and useful if you can’t grab a shaker of Old Bay at the local market.
Cray-Bay Seasoning
If you are a fan of Old Bay Seasoning, you love this rendition created in the Grillax Test Kitchen.
Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp finely ground dried bay leaves
- 1 Tbsp celery salt
- 2 tsp dry mustard powder
- 2 tsp ground smoked paprika
- 1 tsp ground celery seeds
- 1 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 tsp ground white pepper
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp lemon pepper
- 1/8 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/8 tsp ground mace
- 1/8 tsp ground ginger
- 1/8 tsp ground cloves
- 1/8 tsp ground cardamom
- 1/8 tsp ground allspice
- 1/2 tsp ground cayenne
- red pepper flakes to taste
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients until thoroughly mixed. Store in a dry, tightly closed jar for up to 6 months.
Lauren Cook
