Making your own dry onion soup mix not only saves you money, but it also helps you eliminate unnecessary (and often harmful) chemicals from your family’s diet. My baby step in this area originally included using bouillon, but most commercial bouillons include MSG. I was delighted to find this recipe that does not use bouillon. One caution, however…the turmeric in the recipe means a very yellow color!
This does not taste exactly like commercially prepared dry onion soup mixes. If you can find an affordable bouillon (or know how to make your own) that doesn’t contain MSG or other nasty chemicals, then feel free to add some in if you like. I only use this as a seasoning, I don’t actually make soup with it. If I wanted onion soup, I’d make it with broth and fresh onions.
Dry Onion Soup Mix
Easily make your own Dry Onion Soup Mix to use in recipes calling for name-brand processed onion soup mixes. This recipe contains no artificial ingredients or MSG, it is also vegan and kosher.
Ingredients
- 2/3 c dry minced onion
- 2 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp celery salt
- 1/4 tsp paprika (optional)
- 2 tsp turmeric (use less if you prefer)
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp THM Gentle Sweet or other granulated stevia
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 3 tsp dry parsley
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a jar and store in a cool, dry place. Stir or shake the jar before each use to ensure even distribution of ingredients.
- To use, in any recipe calling for a packet of dry onion soup mix, (add up to) four tablespoons of Dry Onion Soup Mix. I typically use two tablespoons, depending on the recipe.
Notes
The turmeric will produce a very distinct yellow color, such as with curry, this is natural.
**If you want to add an MSG-free bouillon to this mix, you should cut back on the salt**
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Nutrition Information:
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 0Cholesterol: 0mgSodium: 0mgCarbohydrates: 0gFiber: 0gSugar: 0gProtein: 0g
I like to use this in all kinds of recipes, especially when slow cooking a roast or stew in my Crock Pot. I have not, however, tried this in a dip (aside from adding a teaspoon or so) although I may do that some day.
What is your favorite recipe using Dry Onion Soup Mix?
Doree says
The recipe card looks great!!! I am definitely going to try this, I make meat loaf a lot and always buy the onion soup mix. This will taste better and cost less =)
dawnyoder says
Thanks for the tip on the plug in! That will make posting recipes sooooo much easier! And great idea for using this in meatloaf. I don’t know why I didn’t think of that lol! I will try it the next time I make meatloaf. Maybe tonight, that sounds delish!
Heather HippyHomesteader says
this looks great!
dawnyoder says
Thanks! It’s so easy, too.I’m making meatloaf tonight and can’t wait to try using this in it.
QueenMocha says
Hi, I saw similar recipe but they used celery seeds instead of celery salt to cut down on sodium. I am going to try this in cabbage and meatloaf. I know it will taste delish!
dawnyoder says
Hi there! Thanks for stopping by! Using celery seeds instead of celery salt is a great idea for those concerned about sodium. Since we don’t eat much processed food and I use sea salt, I don’t worry too much about our sodium intake, but I know that many people are concerned about that. Thanks for sharing that tip!
I hope you like it in your cabbage and meatloaf, that sounds delish too 🙂