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Why make your own fish seasoning?

With a homemade fish seasoning mix you can quickly add more flavor to salmon, cod, shrimp and other types of fish without ready-made packets or unnecessary amounts of salt. You also choose which herbs and spices to use and can adjust the mix to your taste.

A good homemade fish seasoning mix combines fresh herbs, mild spices and a little bit of heat. Ideal for oven-baked fish, barbecue, airfryer recipes or quick weeknight meals.

Looking for inspiration on which herbs best suit different types of fish and cooking methods? Also read our blog about seasoning and preparing fish.

 

Basic recipe for homemade fish seasoning

This spice mix is fresh, lightly spiced and versatile.

Ingredients

Preparation

Mix all the herbs well together in a bowl and store the mix in a sealed spice jar in a dry, dark place.

The flavor usually remains optimal for 3 to 6 months.

 

How to use homemade fish seasoning?

This spice mix works well with different types of fish and preparations.

1. For salmon

Mix the herbs with a little olive oil and rub the salmon fillet with it before cooking in the oven or airfryer.

2. For white fish

Use the mix as a dry rub for cod, pollock or haddock.

3. For shrimp

Mix with lemon juice and garlic for quick garlic shrimp.

4. For vegetables or potatoes

Also tasty over baby potatoes, cauliflower or zucchini from the oven.

 

Variations on homemade fish seasoning

1. Mediterranean variant

Add oregano, basil and extra garlic.

2. Spicy variant

Use extra chili, cayenne pepper or smoked paprika.

3. Fresh citrus variant

Add dried lemon zest or extra lemon pepper.

4. Fish seasoning without salt

Leave out the sea salt and use extra herbs for more flavor.

 

Which ingredients add extra flavor to fish?

A good fish seasoning mix is about balance. These are popular flavorings:

  • Lemon pepper
  • Dill
  • Parsley
  • Garlic
  • Smoked paprika
  • Black pepper
  • Thyme
  • Chives

For firmer fish varieties such as tuna or mackerel you can also work with chili, cumin or coriander.

 

Make yourself or use ready-made?

Making your own fish seasoning is ideal if you like experimenting with flavors or want a spice mix without added salt.

Prefer to cook quickly without measuring out individual spices? Then ready-made fish seasonings like Vis a Vis Spice Mix (without salt) are a handy option for everyday use.

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Tips for the tastiest homemade fish seasoning

  • Use herbs that are still full of aroma
  • Add fresh lemon zest just before serving
  • Optionally mix the herbs with olive oil or butter
  • Let fish marinate for 15 to 30 minutes for extra flavor
  • Store the spice mix airtight

 

Common mistakes when making your own spice mixes

1. Using too much salt

Fish often needs less salt than meat.

2. Using old herbs

Old herbs quickly lose flavor and aroma.

3. Combining too many flavors

A simple mix often works better than an overcrowded spice blend.

 

FAQ: making your own fish seasoning

1. How long do homemade fish seasonings keep?

Usually 3 to 6 months in a sealed spice jar.

2. Can you make fish seasoning without salt?

Yes, you can omit the salt entirely and add extra herbs.

3. Which herbs fit well in a fish seasoning mix?

Dill, parsley, lemon pepper, garlic and paprika are popular choices.

4. Can you use this spice mix in the airfryer?

Yes, the mix works excellently for airfryer salmon, shrimp and white fish.

5. What is the advantage of making your own fish seasoning?

You control the flavor, amount of salt and the ingredients used.