mrs. dash extra-spicy seasoning

Herbs & SpicesYear-round

Sodium-free by design, making it suitable for sodium-restricted diets. Contains minimal calories per serving with negligible macronutrients, serving primarily as a flavoring agent rather than a nutritional contributor.

About

Mrs. Dash Extra-Spicy Seasoning is a proprietary spice blend produced by the Mrs. Dash brand (owned by Mondelēz International), formulated as a sodium-free alternative to salt-based seasonings. The blend combines dried herbs, ground spices, and garlic and onion powders in proportions designed to deliver heat and savory depth without sodium chloride. The "extra-spicy" variant incorporates higher concentrations of chili peppers and cayenne than the original Mrs. Dash blend, creating a pungent, moderately hot flavor profile with secondary notes of garlic, onion, and aromatic spices including paprika and black pepper.

Culinary Uses

Mrs. Dash Extra-Spicy Seasoning is employed as a dry rub for meats, poultry, and fish; as a table-side seasoning for soups, stews, and grains; and as a finishing agent for roasted vegetables. Common applications include sprinkling on scrambled eggs, incorporating into ground meat preparations for burgers and meatloaf, and dusting popcorn or snack foods. It functions primarily as a sodium-reduction tool in salt-restricted diets while providing boldness to otherwise bland dishes. The blend's heat level and comprehensive spice profile make it suitable for quick seasoning without the need for multiple individual spices.

Forms & Preparations

  • Granulated blend — The standard form: a dry mixture of herbs and spices in granule or powder form, packaged in shakers or containers for direct application.
  • Dry rub — Applied directly to protein surfaces before cooking, often combined with oil to form a paste for better adhesion.
  • Table seasoning — Used as a finishing touch at the table, sprinkled directly onto individual servings of prepared dishes.

Substitutes

  • Unknown — Combine 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper with 2 tablespoons garlic powder, 1 tablespoon onion powder, and 1 teaspoon each of paprika and black pepper. Adjust cayenne to taste for heat level.
  • Unknown — Use equivalent amounts as a replacement; note that some Sazon varieties contain sodium, so select salt-free versions. Flavor profile differs slightly with more citrus notes.
  • Unknown — Use 1:1 by volume, or reduce slightly as chili powder can be more concentrated. Supplement with garlic and onion powders if not already included in the chili powder blend.
  • Unknown — Substitute 1:1 for a different spice profile emphasizing celery seed and bay leaf. Select low-sodium or no-salt variants.