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Homemade Puerto Rican Sazon

Puerto Rican Sazon Seasoning

Lola - Café Sazón y Vida
Puerto Rican Sazon seasoning is a fragrant and an essential spice blend used in our Puerto Rican dishes. In less than 10 minutes you can make a healthier alternative to Sazon Goya.
4.20 from 5 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Puerto Rican Seasonings
Cuisine Boricua Cooking, Caribbean, Hispanic, Latin, Puerto Rican
Servings 1 Tbsp

Equipment

  • 1 Bowl
  • 1 Whisk
  • 1 Mason Jar with Lid About 6 oz, depending how much sazon you make
  • 1 Funnel
  • 1 TBSP Measuring Spoon

Ingredients
 

  • 2 tbsp Onion Powder
  • 2 tbsp Garlic Powder
  • 2 tbsp salt You can use less or skip it all together
  • 2 ½ tbsp Annatto (Achiote) Powder
  • 2 tbsp Coriander

Instructions
 

  • Using the measuring spoon add all spices into the bowl.
  • Whisk thoroughly until all the spices are combined. (Refer to pics above for how it is supposed to look)
  • Place the funnel on top of the glass jar or mason and pour all the ingredients. Place lid and close airtight.
  • Use 1 tbsp or more to taste.
  • Store in the airtight glass container for 4-6, depends how often you use it.
  • TIP: If you are using Adobo and Sazon Seasoning together, or any other seasonings make the Sazon without salt.

FAQ

  • What can I use instead of Annatto (Achiote)
    Saffron can be used in lieu of Achiote.
    Combine Turmeric and Sweet Paprika
    Paprika
  • What does Sazon taste like?
    Sazon has a savory earthy taste but without adding spice(heat) to the dish.
  • How to store Sazon Seasoning
    It can be stored in a jar with an airtight lid in a cool dry place for 4-6 months.
  • What is Sazon seasoning good for?
    It is good for rice, soups, beans, meat & fish dishes. In Puerto Rico we use it for Arroz con Gandules, Arroz con Salchichas, Habichuelas Guisadas, and Picadillo. But the uses are endless.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Tbsp
Keyword Adobo Seasoning, no msg sazon boricua, Puerto Rican food, Puerto Rican Sazon, Puerto Rican seasonings, sazon goya at home
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