‘Matcha’ Spice Recipe

Elevate your cooking with this delightful Matcha Spice blend, a salt-free alternative that enhances the flavor of your dishes with a unique umami taste. Inspired by traditional Asian culinary practices, this spice blend combines Matcha or Sencha powder with garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper to create a versatile seasoning. The Yu Matcha, known for its rich umami flavor and numerous health benefits, including antioxidants and a gentle caffeine boost, is the star of this mix. The garlic powder adds a robust depth, while the paprika brings a subtle heat, and the black pepper ties it all together with its sharp, pungent note, making every bite more enjoyable.

>> Understand the Difference: Matcha vs Sencha

Preparing this Matcha Spice blend is incredibly simple and convenient. Just mix or shake the ingredients together and store them in an airtight container. It's a versatile seasoning that works wonderfully with stir-fries, roasted vegetables, and much more. This easy-to-make spice mix not only adds a burst of flavor to your meals but also fits seamlessly into a health-conscious lifestyle, offering a tasty way to enjoy nutritious and delicious dishes. If you would rather season with almost none of the caffeine, our Decaf Matcha works the same way; read does decaf matcha exist? for how it is made and what is left.

‘Matcha’ Spice

Kiyomi Koike
Servings

10

Prep Time

5 minutes

Cuisine

Fusion

Category

Cooking Aid

Enhance your dishes with the comforting umami of this Matcha Spice blend, a perfect mix of earthy matcha, robust garlic, and a hint of paprika's warmth. This versatile, salt-free seasoning transforms every meal into a delightful sensory experience.
Matcha Spice

Ingredients

  • 2 Tbsp Yu Matcha Powder
  • OR 2 Tbsp Yu Decaf Matcha Powder
  • 2 Tbsp Garlic Powder
  • 2 Tbsp Paprika
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper

Directions

  1. Mix and shake 4 ingredients well.
  2. Store the blend in an airtight container.
  3. Great for stir fry, roasted vegetables and more!

Make it with our matcha. Our Organic Matcha, Ceremonial Grade A, is made from first-harvest, shade-grown leaves, slowly stone-milled into an ultra-fine powder with rich umami and natural sweetness.

Shop Organic Matcha, Ceremonial Grade A

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