How to Make Every HelloFresh Spice Blend at Home (Reddit Edition)

I thought I didn’t need a meal kit. I know my way around a grocery store, and I’ve got a decent spice drawer. But a few weeks ago, my friend Sarah convinced me to split a HelloFresh box with her — just to try it. I went in skeptical, especially about where to buy HelloFresh spices.

I came out hooked. This was my first time trying HelloFresh, and it only took about six minutes to read through the initial recipe cards.

The surprise wasn’t the convenience (though that helped). It was the little spice packets. Each meal came with its own blend, and that’s what made everything taste like restaurant food. After the first week, I wanted to recreate the Shawarma Spice Blend for a chicken dinner I was planning on my own. So I started hunting.

I found recipes scattered across Reddit threads, personal blogs, and cooking forums — never all in one place. I kept opening more tabs. 17 at one point. That’s when I thought: someone should put these in one spot. So I did. I even searched Google for more leads, but most results sent me back to the same Reddit threads.

Below is every DIY HelloFresh spice blend recipe I could find, gathered from the community and lined up alphabetically. I’ll keep adding as more turn up. If you’d rather buy HelloFresh spices, you can get the US combo pack or UK bundle, plus 20+ copycat recipes for exclusive blends. Bookmark this if you’re into that — it’s a living list.

The Complete List of HelloFresh Spice Blends (A to Z)

Each blend gets its own section below. Most use “parts” ratios — I explain how those work in the next section. A few use exact teaspoon measurements. Pick your style and go.

All American Spice Blend

A solid all-rounder. Works on chicken, veggies, and rice.

• 1 tbsp ground cumin
• 1 tbsp cayenne
• 1 tbsp onion powder
• 1 tbsp smoked paprika
• 2 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp dried parsley
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp dried mustard
• ½ tsp red pepper flakes
• ¼ tsp ground allspice
• ⅛ tsp ground cloves

Berbere Spice Blend

Ethiopian-inspired, warm and a little spicy. Fenugreek gives it that maple-like aroma.

• 3 parts paprika
• 1 part cayenne
• ½ part ground coriander
• ¼ part ground ginger
• ⅛ part ground cardamom
• ⅛ part ground fenugreek

Blackening Spice Blend

For that crispy, charred crust on fish or chicken. Smoked paprika is the backbone at 3 tsp.

• 3 tsp smoked paprika
• 1½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp white pepper
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ¼ tsp thyme
• ¼ tsp oregano
• ⅛ tsp low-heat cayenne

Bold and Savory Steak Spice Blend

Crunchy from the seeds. Great for steak night with 1 part red chili flake and 4 parts crushed black pepper.

• 1 part red chili flake
• 1 part crushed coriander seed
• 2 parts crushed dill seed
• 3 parts crushed mustard seed
• 4 parts dried minced garlic
• 4 parts crushed black pepper
• 3 parts kosher salt

Burger Spice Blend

Simple, savory, with 1/2 tsp brown sugar for caramelization.

• 1 Tbsp paprika
• 1¼ tsp salt
• 1 tsp ground black pepper
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp brown sugar
• ½ tsp onion powder
• ¼ tsp cayenne

Cajun Spice Blend

A pantry staple for good reason. Herby, garlicky, with 1/2 part cayenne.

• 2 parts paprika
• 2 parts onion powder
• 1 part garlic powder
• 1 part dried oregano
• 1 part dried thyme
• ½ part dried basil
• ½ part cayenne

Enchilada Spice Blend

The 2 tsp light brown sugar balances the heat.

• 1 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tbsp paprika
• 2 tsp cumin
• 2 tsp light brown sugar
• 2 tsp kosher salt
• 1½ tsp onion powder
• 1½ tsp garlic powder
• 1½ tsp Mexican oregano
• 1 tsp chipotle chili powder
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp black pepper
• ¼ to ½ tsp cayenne

Fall Spice Blend

Basically poultry seasoning under a different name. Great for roasted chicken or turkey with 3 parts dried thyme and 3 parts ground sage.

• 3 parts dried thyme
• 3 parts ground sage
• 2 parts garlic powder
• 1 part onion powder

Fry Seasoning

Three ingredients you probably already have: 1 part garlic powder, 1 part onion powder, 1 part paprika.

• 1 part garlic powder
• 1 part onion powder
• 1 part paprika

Herbes de Provence Blend

Fancy-sounding but dead simple. Lavender is optional if you can’t find culinary lavender — just skip it.

• 1 part savory
• 1 part thyme
• 1 part rosemary
• 1 part basil
• 1 part tarragon
• 1 part lavender flowers

Italian Seasoning Blend

You likely have all of these. This version has 1 part garlic powder built in.

• 1 part garlic powder
• 1 part oregano
• 1 part basil
• 1 part black pepper
• 1 part parsley

Meatloaf Seasoning

Sometimes simple is best. Just 2 parts onion powder and 2 parts garlic powder.

• 2 parts onion powder
• 2 parts garlic powder

Mediterranean Spice Blend

Bright and herby — the 1 part dried mint and 1 part sumac make it stand out from Italian seasoning.

• 2 parts dried oregano
• 1 part dried mint
• 1 part sumac
• 1 part ground coriander

Mexican Spice Blend

Similar to enchilada seasoning but simpler — no sugar, just 2 parts chili powder, 1 part oregano, 1 part smoked paprika, 1 part cumin, using this exact DIY recipe.

• 2 parts chili powder
• 1 part oregano
• 1 part smoked paprika
• 1 part cumin

Moo Shu Spice Blend

Just 1 part ground ginger and 1 part garlic powder. Two ingredients, big flavor for stir-fries.

• 1 part ground ginger
• 1 part garlic powder

Ranch Spice Blend

Way better than the packet. 1½ parts dried dill weed and 2 parts dried onion flakes give it texture.

• 2 parts dried parsley
• 1½ parts dried dill weed
• 2 parts dried garlic powder
• 2 parts onion powder
• 2 parts dried onion flakes
• 1 part ground black pepper
• 1 part dried chives

Shawarma Spice Blend

This one started the whole rabbit hole. Warm, aromatic, with 2 parts turmeric.

• 2 parts turmeric
• 2 parts cumin
• 1 part dried coriander
• 1 part garlic powder
• 1 part paprika
• ½ part ground allspice
• ½ part black pepper

Smoky BBQ Seasoning

Sweet and smoky — the 6 parts granulated sugar helps with caramelization on the grill.

• 8 parts smoked paprika
• 6 parts granulated sugar
• 2 parts garlic powder
• 1 part dry mustard
• 1 part ground cumin
• 1 part ground ginger
• ½ part black pepper

Smoky Cinnamon Paprika Spice Blend

Wild card. 8 parts ground cinnamon and 1 part ground cloves meet 6 parts smoked paprika — sweet, smoky, a little spicy.

• 1 part ground cloves
• 8 parts onion powder
• 8 parts ground cinnamon
• 6 parts smoked paprika
• 16 parts mustard powder
• 24 parts sweet paprika
• 24 parts sugar

Southwest Spice Blend

Reddit loves this one — heavy on the garlic with 4 parts garlic powder. If you’re a garlic fan, this is yours.

• 4 parts garlic powder
• 2 parts cumin
• 2 parts chili powder

Sri Lankan Curry Powder Spice Blend

Still a work in progress — I haven’t cracked the recipe yet. In the meantime, you can buy it from the company that makes blends for HelloFresh.

Sweet Smoky BBQ Spice Blend

Similar to the Smoky BBQ above but with 6 parts sugar (less) and 1/2 part black pepper (more).

• 8 parts smoked paprika
• 6 parts sugar
• 2 parts garlic powder
• ½ part black pepper
• 1 part dry mustard
• 1 part cumin
• 1 part ground ginger

Thai Seven Spice Blend

Unique — 1/2 tsp shrimp extract powder gives it that umami bomb. Find it at Asian grocery stores or online.

• 2½ tsp white sesame seeds
• 1 tsp chili flakes
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp onion powder
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp shrimp extract powder
• ¼ tsp cinnamon
• ⅛ tsp low-heat cayenne

Tunisian Spice Blend

Bold and complex — 4 parts ground caraway seed gives it that rye bread aroma.

• 4 parts ground caraway seed
• 4 parts ground coriander
• 4 parts smoked paprika
• 4 parts turmeric
• 4 parts chili powder
• 4 parts garlic powder
• 1 part cayenne
• 1 part cinnamon
• 1 part ground black pepper

Turkish Spice Blend

Warm and mild — the 1/4 part ground allspice is just a hint.

• 2 parts cumin
• 2 parts garlic powder
• 1 part ground coriander
• ¼ part ground allspice
• ¼ part chili flakes

Tuscan Heat Spice Blend

Italian seasoning with a kick. The 1 part cayenne and 1 part ground fennel make it interesting. Another Reddit favorite.

• 4 parts dried basil
• 2 parts dried rosemary
• 2 parts dried oregano
• 2 parts garlic powder
• 1 part cayenne
• 1 part ground fennel

Understanding Measurement Styles — Parts vs. Teaspoons

You probably noticed some blends above use “parts” and others use exact teaspoons. It’s not random — it just depends on how the recipe was originally shared.

Parts means you pick a base unit (1 part = 1 teaspoon, or 1 tablespoon if you want a bigger batch) and multiply each ingredient by that unit. For example, the Berbere blend calls for 3 parts paprika, 1 part cayenne, and so on. If 1 part equals 1 teaspoon, you’d use 3 teaspoons paprika, 1 teaspoon cayenne, ½ teaspoon coriander, etc. Scale it up for a bigger jar by making 1 part a tablespoon instead.

Exact teaspoons (like the All American blend) are simpler to make right now — just measure and mix, but they don’t scale as nicely if you want a triple batch.

Neither style is better. Parts give you flexibility; exact teaspoons give you precision. Pick what fits your mood.

The Real Cost of DIY — Is It Cheaper?

Let’s be honest: DIY isn’t always cheaper upfront. If you’re starting from an empty spice drawer, buying everything for a Tunisian blend (caraway, fenugreek, etc.) will add up fast. But if you already have the basics — paprika, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, you’re most of the way there.

The real savings come from two things. First, once you’ve bought a jar of a specialty spice, it lasts through many batches. Second, you can use these blends on whatever you’re cooking, not just the meal kit recipes. That means fewer repeat kit purchases.

If you’re curious about trying HelloFresh yourself, they have a deal for $80 off including free shipping for new customers. No pressure — but it’s a solid discount.

The Missing Piece — Sri Lankan Curry Powder

This one’s still a work in progress. I haven’t found a reliable DIY recipe yet, and I don’t want to guess.

Until I crack it, the company that creates blends for HelloFresh sells it directly. The link is above in the blend entry. I’ll update this list as soon as I figure out the recipe — promise.

Final Thoughts

Bookmark this page if you found it useful. I’ll keep adding blends as I stumble across them — and if you find one I missed, let me know.

The real value of this list is customization. Want less cayenne? Cut it back. Love garlic?

Double the Southwest blend. DIY lets you make each blend your own. And the best part? You never have to open seventeen tabs again.

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