Shroomami Dust—the Salt-Free Seasoning You Can Make at Home

Ingredients

• ½ oz. dried shiitake mushrooms (½ cup)
• ½ sheet nori seaweed, torn into strips
• ¼ tsp. mustard seeds
• ¼ tsp. dried thyme
• ¼ tsp. garlic powder
• ⅛ tsp. freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

1. Break the dried mushrooms into pieces. Transfer half of the pieces to a coffee or spice grinder; pulse to a fine powder. Wait 10 seconds before opening the grinder to prevent a cloud of mushroom powder from billowing out. Add the remaining mushroom pieces; blitz until everything is finely ground. If necessary, sift the powder through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any large, unground pieces.
2. Return mushroom powder to the grinder and add the remaining ingredients. Pulse until everything is powdered and combined. Transfer mixture to a spice jar or other airtight glass container. Store in a cool, dark, dry place with other spices.

8 Ways to Use It

1. Whisk into sauces and salad dressings.
2. Add to marinades and rubs.
3. Toss with pasta and whole grains.
4. Stir into mashed potatoes.
5. Sprinkle over vegetables before and/or after roasting or grilling.
6. Use as a finishing spice for soups and stews.
7. Dust on sliced summer tomatoes.
8. Season corn on the cob.