Chinese Dry Marinade

Infuse your dishes with bold, aromatic flavors using this quick and versatile Chinese Dry Marinade! Featuring a vibrant blend of ground Sichuan peppercorns, five-spice powder, garlic, and ginger, this seasoning mix delivers the signature flavor profile of traditional Chinese cuisine in just minutes. A touch of sugar, salt, white pepper, and paprika balances the savory spices, while optional red pepper flakes add a customizable kick of heat. Perfect for chicken, pork, beef, or tofu, this easy-to-prepare dry rub transforms your favorite proteins into irresistible, flavor-packed masterpieces. Ready in just five minutes, it’s an ideal go-to for busy weeknight dinners or prepping ahead for meal planning. Store it in an airtight container for up to three months and have bold, restaurant-quality flavor at your fingertips anytime!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon Ground Sichuan peppercorns
• 1 teaspoon Ground five-spice powder
• 2 teaspoons Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon White pepper
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a small mixing bowl, combine the ground Sichuan peppercorns, ground five-spice powder, garlic powder, ground ginger, sugar, salt, white pepper, paprika, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using).

Step 2

Mix all the spices thoroughly with a spoon or whisk to ensure even distribution.

Step 3

Store the dry marinade in an airtight container or jar until ready to use. It can be stored at room temperature in a cool, dry place for up to 3 months.

Step 4

To use, sprinkle the dry marinade generously over your chosen protein, such as chicken, pork, beef, or tofu.

Step 5

Rub the spices evenly into the protein to coat all surfaces. Let it rest for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to penetrate, or up to 4 hours in the refrigerator for a deeper infusion before cooking.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(28.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	65.6

Total Fat 0.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3548.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 14.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.3g	0%
Total Sugars 4.8g
Protein 2.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 34.3mg	0%
Iron 1.4mg	0%
Potassium 156.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 9.8%

Protein: 10.9%

Carbs: 79.3%