Homemade Biozačin Seasoning Recipe-Dry Spice
- Helena Radulovic Toffolon
- Jan 10, 2021
- 5 min read
Updated: Jul 20
DIY Biozačin: Crafting Your Own Dry Spice Blend
We in Serbia use this spice a lot in every dish, and it truly enhances the flavor profile of our culinary creations. This spice is not just a mere addition; it infuses every meal with an incredibly good aroma that elevates even the simplest of recipes. The depth of flavor it provides is unmatched, making it a staple in our kitchens. Therefore, I would like to share with you how you could make it yourself at home, ensuring that you can enjoy this delightful seasoning whenever you wish.
This spice is quite often represented in my recipes under the name Dry spice, which we affectionately call Biozačin or Vegeta - Herbal Biospice. To avoid any confusion, I will refer to it as Biozačin from now on. This versatile blend is cherished for its ability to enhance the taste of various dishes, from hearty stews to light salads, and everything in between. What makes Biozačin particularly appealing is that the spices prepared in this way are free from artificial additives and preservatives. By creating it at home, you can ensure that you are using completely natural ingredients, allowing you to craft a wonderful mixture that will impart a phenomenal taste to your food.
The process of making Biozačin is straightforward and rewarding. You will have full control over the ingredients, allowing you to tailor the blend to your personal taste preferences. Additionally, making your own spice mix can be a fun and creative endeavor, as you can experiment with different herbs and spices to find the perfect combination that resonates with your palate.
Here are three recipes that will guide you in making this incredible spice that adds a phenomenal note to every dish. Each recipe will highlight different aspects of the blend, ensuring that you can create a version of Biozačin that suits your cooking style. Whether you prefer a more herbal flavor, a spicier kick, or a sweeter undertone, these recipes will provide you with the foundation to craft your own unique spice blend.
Recipe 1: Classic Biozačin
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons dried parsley
- 2 tablespoons dried dill
- 1 tablespoon dried thyme
- 1 tablespoon dried basil
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon salt (optional)
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, combine all the dried herbs and spices.
2. If you prefer a finer texture, use a spice grinder or mortar and pestle to blend the mixture until it reaches your desired consistency.
3. Store the mixture in an airtight container in a cool, dark place. Use it to season your dishes as needed.
Recipe 2: Spicy Biozačin
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons dried oregano
- 2 tablespoons dried rosemary
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon salt (optional)
Instructions:
1. Combine all the ingredients in a bowl and mix well.
2. For a more intense flavor, grind the mixture using a spice grinder.
3. Transfer the spice blend to an airtight container and keep it stored away from light. Use it to add a spicy kick to your favorite dishes.
Recipe 3: Sweet and Savory Biozačin
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons dried sweet basil
- 2 tablespoons dried thyme
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon dried sage
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon sugar (optional)
- 1 teaspoon salt (optional)
Instructions:
1. Mix all the ingredients together in a bowl until evenly distributed.
2. If desired, grind the mixture to achieve a finer texture.
3. Store the blend in an airtight container. This sweet and savory Biozačin will add a unique twist to your culinary creations.
Conclusion
By following these recipes, you can always have this incredible spice on hand, ready to enhance the flavors of your dishes and provide that extra touch of deliciousness. Enjoy the process of making Biozačin and the delightful aroma it brings to your cooking!
Ingredients:
250 g dehydrated carrots
3 dehydrated roots of parsley
3 Tablespoons turmeric
2 Tablespoons garlic powder
5 Tablespoons iodized sea salt
1/2 teaspoon dry parsley
Bake the herbs at 50 °C for 1 and 30 min.
And vegetables at 80 °C for 2–3 hours.
With the oven door open.
Preparation:
Mix dehydrated carrots, roots of parsley, turmeric, garlic powder, parsley, and sea salt by hand in a medium bowl or pulse ingredients briefly in a food processor until mixed. Don't over process because you want the carrots to retain their identity.
If desired, for variety, add dried dill, parsley, or other dried herbs and spices.
Store at room temperature in a tightly covered jar or another container.
2. Recipe Herbal Biospice method Preparation:
2 Tablespoon turmeric
2 Tablespoons of salt
250 to 300 g celery root
50-150 g fennel
30 g stalk of celery
2 red onion
50-100 g parsley
50-100 g parsley root
50-100 g parsnip
4 carrots
20 g parsley leaf
The same method of making as for the first recipe!
3. Recipe Dry Herbal Spice
Ingredients: for 350 g spice:
1. part Vegetables
1 leek stick
1/4 celery root (around 200 g)
1 fennel
3 carrots
1 parsnip
5-6 garlic cloves
1 big or 2 smaller onions
1 parsley root
2. part Herbal Plants
20 g chive
30 g parsley
30 g lovage
3. part Ingredients adding
150-200 g salt sea salt or
2 level tsp (each) paprika, pepper, turmeric
2 tsp corn starch
Preparation:
Wash all the vegetables well and clean them well and chop them and set aside 1 part.
Wash the herbs well and dry well, part2.
Put all the chopped vegetables in the multipurpose food processor and chop them into slightly larger pieces, not too small. Put everything in a deep bowl and mix.
Chop the stalks of the dried herbs, separate them from the twigs, and chop the leaves into small pieces.
Cut the stalks into smaller pieces and arrange them in a baking tray lined with baking paper. Spread the vegetables evenly on the baking sheet in a thin layer.
First put the arranged vegetables to be baked in an oven heated to 80 °C with the oven door open, put a wooden spoon, so your vegetables will dry faster. While roasting the vegetables, stir the vegetables so that they are cooked evenly. Cook about 2–3 hours.
Place the herbs in the oven at a temperature of 50 °C and bake for about 1 and 30 min.
When all the vegetables are ready, pour them into a deep dish with herbs and mix them with your hands and crumble them a little. After that, put it back in the multipurpose food processor and grind it finely.
In the ground mixture, add the ingredients number 3. And mix well. Pack the dry spices obtained in this way into glass jars. Store in a cool and dark place.
NOTE:
Do not throw away the cormorant leaves and stems, add the leaves to the herbs but make sure they are well dried before baking. Chop the stalks beforehand and grind them in a multipurpose food processor with vegetables. The preparation of this spice in every recipe is simple, only the ingredients are different.
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