Homemade Lemon Pepper Seasoning Recipe

Elevate your fish and chips game with this homemade lemon pepper seasoning! This vibrant blend captures the zesty brightness of lemon and the satisfying kick of black pepper, creating a flavor profile that's far superior to store-bought options. Easy to make and incredibly versatile, this seasoning is perfect for fish, chicken, vegetables, and more. Make a batch today and transform your everyday meals!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 3.8 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Homemade Lemon Pepper Seasoning

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How to Make Homemade Lemon Pepper Seasoning

  1. Preheat toaster oven to lowest setting
  2. In a large bowl, combine lemon zest and black pepper
  3. Cover metal pan fitted for toaster oven with foil and spread mixture evenly in pan
  4. Allow to bake low and slow until zest is completely dried
  5. Mine took about 26-30 minutes
  6. Transfer lemon-pepper mixture to a bowl
  7. Using the back of a spoon, crush mixture until desired texture is achieved
  8. Mix in salt, 1 tsp at a time
  9. Continue to add salt until you have the right balance to fit your taste
  10. Depending on size of lemons, you may need more lemons
  11. If you want more of a lemon taste, reduce pepper or add more lemon zest
  12. Seasoning may be kept in an air tight container for a few months

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

29 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

0g

Carbs

0g