How to Make Homemade Lemon Pepper Seasoning
Lemon Pepper Seasoning is an easy and inexpensive way to add flavor to a wide range of dishes. You can use it as a dry rub or as the base of your marinade. This lemon and pepper mixture is delicious on chicken, turkey, pork, or beef. It’s also a perfect addition to potato and pasta dishes.
How to Make Homemade Lemon Pepper Seasoning
If you want to make your own lemon pepper seasoning, it is a fairly simple process that takes just a few minutes and does not require any kitchen gadgets. You just need some dried lemon peel (or granules made from lemon zest*), black pepper, salt, and any other spices that you would like to add.
You can buy dried lemon peel online or at well-stocked spice stores. If you’re using lemon rind, it is best to dehydrate it in the oven at a low temperature for about 30 minutes. This ensures the rind stays crisp and flavorful.
Ingredients:
You will need: Dried lemon peel/zest, black pepper, salt, onion powder, and garlic powder.
How to Store Your Homemade Lemon Pepper Seasoning:
If your homemade lemon pepper seasoning is sealed, it should last for at least a month in the fridge. If you are not using it immediately, it should be fine for a year in the pantry or even longer in the freezer.
Recipes that go well with Lemon Pepper:
This versatile spice blend goes well on chicken, shrimp, steak, tilapia, or fish. It is also a great base for salad dressings and marinades.
