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Homemade Lemon Pepper Seasoning

A bright, punchy all-purpose seasoning blend made from four pantry staples. Mix, jar, and use on everything from roasted chicken to popcorn.

Total time
5 min
Servings
8
Calories
15
Homemade Lemon Pepper Seasoning
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Zest both lemons with a microplane into a small bowl, catching all the bright yellow bits.

  2. Step 2

    Add black pepper, salt, and garlic powder to the bowl.

  3. Step 3

    Stir vigorously until everything is evenly combined, breaking up any clumps with the back of a spoon.

  4. Step 4

    Transfer to a clean jar with a tight lid and seal.

  5. Step 5

    Store at room temperature for up to 3 months.

Tools you’ll need

  • microplane
  • small bowl
  • spoon
  • jar with tight-fitting lid

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