This dry onion soup mix is perfect to throw together in 5 minutes or less and have on hand to use whenever you want. All you need are some spices you probably already have in your kitchen pantry!
Onion Soup Mix is so easy that chances are you already have all the ingredients! This recipe even makes a bit more than one store bought onion soup packet!
Yep, just like those little packets you are overpaying for at the grocery store, I’m going to show you how to make your own Onion Soup Mix.
I’m going out on a limb here, but I’ll say 90% of my foodie friends already have all the ingredients they need to make this Onion Soup Mix recipe in their pantry.
Other than the fact that it will only take about 1 more minute to make Onion Soup Mix from scratch rather than tear open a paper bag, you can also control the flavors and salt content when making it yourself.
Make sure you PIN Onion Soup Mix from Scratch!
I prefer mine to be extra onion-y (yep, I just made up that word), so I use more onion flakes than the store bought version.
You can even go a step further and use garlic flakes instead of onion.
Garlic Soup Anyone???
While I haven’t made garlic soup, I have used this soup mix with garlic flakes for a marinade and it was pretty tasty (see below).
Making your own Onion Soup Mix at home not only saves you a trip to the grocery store, but it will save you money.
You’ll never have to buy it from the store again once you see how easy it is to make, and how much better it tastes when you do it yourself.
PRO TIP: Get a few small glass containers from the craft store and make these into gifts. Print out the soup instructions on cute labels and decorate with colorful string.
Another tip, make a couple batches and keep them in an airtight container in your fridge. You can also package them cutely and give them as gifts.
I also want to make a confession: I’ve never actually made soup with Onion Soup Mix. I know! GAH!
I’ve mixed it into ground beef for burgers and meatloaf, folded with sour cream for dip, roasted it with potatoes, add it to pot roasts and my personal favorite, made Grilled Onion Pork Chops, but never have I ever actually made soup.
The base of beef bouillon makes an excellent beef broth, but also seasons other dishes perfectly.
And of course, French Onion Dip as an appetizer. Such a classic recipe!
For most recipes, keeping it chunky and whole is perfectly fine, but if you are looking for all of the flavor, but a fine blend without large pieces of onion, try using a spice grinder to blend it up.
This is my favorite spice grinder, cheap and easy to clean! You can also use it to grind coffee!
Maybe I’ll give that a shot sometime! What is your favorite way to use Onion Soup Mix?
More copycat recipes:
- Copycat Jiffy Cornbread Muffin Mix
- Copycat Outback Bloom Sauce
- Copycat P.F. Changs Spicy Green Beans
- Instant Pot Panera Broccoli Cheddar Soup
Tools for making Homemade Onion Soup Mix:
Measuring Utensils– You can use these or you can eyeball it. As long as the ratios are somewhat similar, you really can’t hurt this recipe.
Ramekins– I use these for small batch mixing, but they also have other purposes!
I like giving folks their own individual sauce cups. Then you don’t have to worry about double dipping! Ramekins are also great for ingredient preparation and baking mini soufflés.
Questions you might have about how to make onion soup mix:
What is the difference between dry onion soup mix and french onion soup mix? There really isn’t a difference. They are pretty much the same, but one has a fancier name than the other.
What can I substitute for onion soup mix? This really depends on the recipe you need it for. Generally speaking, you can use any flavor of dry soup mix in the same quantity.
Now the recipe you are using it in and the type of mix you choose will depend on if it tastes good or not. LOL.
How long is onion soup mix good for? If stored properly at room temperature in a dry, cool place in an airtight container, it is good for up to 6 months.
How many tablespoons equals one packet of Lipton Onion Soup Mix? About 3 tablespoons, give or take a smidge.
Is onion soup mix gluten free? All of the ingredients I use are gluten free, however, check your ingredients to make sure they are as well.
Can I make this sodium free? Salt is pretty essential to the flavor, but you can use your favorite salt substitute or make it low sodium to your best taste.
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Onion Soup Mix
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup dried onion flakes
- 3 tablespoons beef bouillon ground
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon parsley flakes
- 1/8 teaspoon celery salt
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a small bowl. You are done!
- If you’ve tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was!
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Notes
If you want to make soup, add 4 cups boiling water and allow to sit for 5 minutes.
It sounds amazing! My question would be, can you sub chicken or vegetable bouillon for the beef? I have an allergy to beef.
Hi Julie! You surely can!
Is the nutrition you listed for the entire batch, or per serving and if its per serving what would the serving size be?
It is for the entire batch- since people use it in different ways, there really isn’t a “serving size” that made sense. if you make it into soup, it makes about 6 servings.
Thank you for the recipe. It’s the best dry onion soup mix I have ever had. It’s all I use now
Thank you again, Linda
Thank you, Linda!
Is this really a half cup of dried onion flakes? That seems to be a lot!
It is a lot- but it is also a Onion Soup 🙂
Why are the carbs so high? Is the nutritional information per serving or for the entire batch?
I’ll look into the carb situation- I use an automatic feature that calculates the nutritional info, I don’t do it manually. It is for the whole batch.
The celery salt, Tablespoons or Teaspoons?
Teaspoon- updated and thanks for catching that!
How many bouillon cubes would equal 3T?
About 9 bouillon cubes.
Thank you for this recipe! I love to make things myself instead of premade store brought mixes that’s has who know what in it. I want to make this without the boillion powder and use fresh beef broth instead. Any suggestions on how much broth to use in place of the powder ?
How many packets does your recipe equate to? How should I measure it if a recipe calls for one packet?
Great question, Robin! About 3 tablespoons equals one packet.
Perfect flavor combination, what a fun idea!
I gave up on all those ” packets” because of the additives in them. I love finding recipes to recreate them. Thanks Jessica.
Brilliant idea Jessica! All the onion soup mixes I have seen are laced with all kinds of unnecessary “nasties” such as MSG and other additives and preservatives. I’m thrilled to know I can now pass on this healthy alternative to my family and friends.Thank you!
Linda, I just have to ask if you think it’s so brilliant & you are so thrilled, why only 2 stars? This is not a criticism, just curious.
I’m so glad to come across your recipe. We can’t buy onion soup mix here in England and I’m always bringing a couple packages back in my suitcase. How lovely to be able to make it myself. (I can get the dehydrated onion at Costco, just not the soup). Your recipe sounds delicious and it’s going to come in really handy!
What a great idea, I’m going to try this.
I am wondering why I have not made this before?! I don’t think I would buy onion soup mix again! Thanks!
Super cool post – Totally love this idea – sharing on my page. I know many who would really love this recipe!!
Thank you, Debra!
I think this is genius!!!! What a great idea to make your own and control the quality! Thanks for sharing this!