Lawry’s Seasoned Salt – The Original All-Purpose Seasoning Blend
We created the original seasoned salt in 1938 at our Beverly Hills restaurant, and it’s been America’s go-to all-purpose seasoning ever since. Our signature blend combines salt with garlic, paprika, turmeric, and onion for a balanced flavor that enhances everything from grilled meats to roasted vegetables without overpowering the dish.
Lawry’s seasoning salt works as both a pre-cook rub and a finishing touch. Sprinkle it on steaks, chicken, pork chops, burgers, fries, popcorn, eggs, or baked potatoes — anywhere you’d use regular salt, our blend adds deeper, more complex flavor. One shake replaces multiple spice jars, making it the weeknight dinner shortcut professional chefs and home cooks have relied on for over 80 years.
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How to Use Lawry’s Seasoned Salt
Our seasoned salt shines when you use it early and often. For grilled or roasted meats, apply it generously 15-30 minutes before cooking so the garlic and spices penetrate the surface — the salt draws moisture that helps the seasoning stick and develop a flavorful crust. On steaks and chops, we recommend about one teaspoon per pound of meat.
It’s equally effective as a finishing seasoning. Sprinkle it on French fries straight from the oven, toss it with popcorn, or dust it over scrambled eggs and hash browns. The paprika and turmeric add subtle color along with flavor, so a light hand on lighter dishes prevents over-seasoning. Because it replaces both salt and garlic powder in most recipes, start with half the amount you’d use of regular salt and adjust to taste.
Ingredients and Nutritional Information
What’s in the Blend
We build Lawry’s seasoned salt around fine-grain salt, garlic, paprika, and onion. Paprika provides the distinctive rust-orange color and a mild sweet pepper note, while turmeric adds earthy depth and golden hues. Sugar balances the savory elements without making the blend taste sweet, and cornstarch prevents caking so the seasoning pours smoothly.
Our formula contains no MSG, no artificial flavors, and no preservatives. One quarter-teaspoon serving delivers 380 mg of sodium — about 16% of the daily recommended limit — along with trace amounts of calcium and iron from the spices. If you’re watching sodium intake, use it in place of table salt rather than in addition to it; the garlic and paprika mean you’ll need less overall to achieve full flavor.
Storage and Shelf Life
Store your bottle in a cool, dry place away from direct heat and sunlight. The shaker cap seals tightly to protect the blend from humidity, which can cause clumping if moisture gets inside. We don’t include an expiration date because properly stored seasoned salt retains full potency for years, though the garlic and paprika gradually lose aroma after about two years.
If you notice the seasoning has hardened or formed lumps, it’s absorbed moisture but is still safe to use — break up clumps with a fork or pulse the bottle upside-down to redistribute. For maximum freshness in humid climates, transfer the seasoning to an airtight glass jar with a few grains of rice at the bottom to absorb excess moisture. Once opened, most home cooks finish a standard 16 oz bottle within 6-12 months of regular use.
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Common Questions About Lawry’s Seasoned Salt
Yes, our seasoned salt formula contains no wheat, barley, rye, or gluten-containing ingredients. The blend uses cornstarch as an anti-caking agent, which is naturally gluten-free. We do not add any malt derivatives or hidden gluten sources.
If you have celiac disease or severe gluten sensitivity, check the label on your specific bottle for the most current ingredient statement and allergen information, as manufacturing processes can change.
You can substitute it for table salt in most savory recipes, but use about half the amount you’d normally use since the garlic and spices add their own flavor intensity. For baking or recipes where pure salt flavor is critical — like bread dough or certain desserts — stick with regular salt.
In marinades, rubs, and cooked dishes, Lawry’s seasoning salt works as a direct one-for-one replacement for garlic salt or as a substitute for the combined amounts of salt and garlic powder a recipe calls for.
Lawry’s Seasoned Salt contains garlic along with paprika, turmeric, onion, and sugar for a complex, balanced flavor. Garlic salt is simply salt mixed with garlic powder — it delivers stronger, more direct garlic taste without the sweetness or color paprika and turmeric provide.
Use our seasoned salt when you want a complete all-purpose seasoning that works on its own. Choose garlic salt when a recipe needs bold garlic punch and you’re adding other spices separately.
For most meats, start with one teaspoon of Lawry’s seasoning salt per pound and adjust based on your taste preference. Apply it at least 15 minutes before cooking so the salt has time to penetrate the surface.
For larger cuts like whole chickens or pork roasts, use one tablespoon per pound and distribute it evenly over the entire surface. Ground meat for burgers or meatloaf works well with two teaspoons per pound mixed directly into the meat.
No, our seasoned salt formula does not contain monosodium glutamate or any added MSG. The savory umami flavor comes from the natural combination of garlic, onion, and paprika.
We’ve never used MSG in this product, and the ingredient list on every bottle confirms it. If you’re sensitive to glutamates, be aware that some naturally occurring glutamates exist in tomatoes, cheese, and mushrooms, but our blend contains none of those ingredients.
Absolutely — it’s one of the easiest ways to add flavor to roasted or grilled vegetables. Toss cut vegetables with olive oil and one to two tablespoons of seasoned salt before roasting at high heat. The paprika caramelizes slightly and creates a golden-brown finish.
It works especially well on potatoes, carrots, zucchini, Brussels sprouts, and bell peppers. For steamed or boiled vegetables, sprinkle it on just before serving so the garlic and spices stay vibrant.
We offer three main sizes to fit different cooking needs. The 8 oz bottle is ideal for trying the product or for light home use. Our 16 oz bottle is the most popular size for regular family cooking and fits standard spice racks.
The 40 oz container is designed for high-volume users, restaurants, and anyone who goes through seasoning quickly. All sizes feature the same dual-opening shaker cap for controlled pouring or sprinkling.