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The Best Tikka Seasoning Blend Recipe!

The Best Tikka Seasoning Blend Recipe

By Mona - Far From The Farm
June 22, 2026
Make smoky British chicken tikka seasoning at home with this easy bulk spice blend recipe perfect for tikka masala, wraps, and more! 
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Makes: 20 approx (3 tbsp each)
Approximate cost $8.00
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 20 approx (3 tbsp each)
Course: Ingredient
Cuisine: British, Indian
Calories: 88

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup salt
  • 1/2 cup black pepper
  • 1/2 cup ground cumin
  • 1/2 cup ground coriander
  • 1/2 cup Kashmiri chili powder
  • 1/2 cup smoked paprika
  • 1/2 cup garam masala
  • 1/4 cup turmeric

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • Whisk or spoon
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Airtight spice container or spice jar
  • Funnel optional

Method
 

  1. Add all of the spices to a large mixing bowl.
  2. Whisk thoroughly until the seasoning blend is completely uniform in color and texture, breaking up any small clumps as you go.
  3. Transfer the seasoning blend to a clean, dry airtight spice container or jar.
  4. Label the container with the name of the seasoning blend and the date it was prepared.
  5. Store in a cool, dry pantry away from direct sunlight for up to 6 months and shake before use.

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Notes

  • Smoked paprika is what gives this blend its signature smoky flavor and helps recreate some of the depth traditionally achieved in a tandoor oven.
  • Kashmiri chili powder adds color and mild warmth without making the blend overly spicy.
  • This seasoning blend is intentionally salt-inclusive, making it easy to use straight from the jar without needing to remember extra salt later.
  • Makes approximately 3 3/4 cups seasoning blend, enough for around 20 batches when using 3 tablespoons per batch.

 

Storage

  • Store the seasoning blend in an airtight container in a cool, dry pantry away from direct sunlight.
  • For best flavor, use within 6 months.
  • Give the container a quick shake before each use to redistribute the spices.

 

Related Recipes

  • Easy Chicken Tikka Skewers
  • British-style Chicken Tikka Masala
  • All Seasoning Blends
 

Nutrition

Calories: 88kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 4gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 2943mgPotassium: 462mgFiber: 7gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 3191IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 128mgIron: 8mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.