Vegetarian Beef Bouillon Seasoning Mix

Elevate your vegetarian cooking with this versatile Vegetarian Beef Bouillon Seasoning Mix! Packed with the savory depth of nutritional yeast, powdered mushrooms, and a hint of sweet or smoky paprika, this homemade seasoning blend delivers rich, umami-packed flavor without any meat. Perfect for soups, stews, gravies, or even a quick broth, this mix is ready in just 5 minutes and can be stored for up to 6 months, making it a pantry essential for plant-based cooks. The optional addition of white miso powder enhances the umami punch, while turmeric, thyme, and sage add warm, aromatic layers. Simply dissolve 1 to 2 teaspoons into hot water for an irresistible vegetarian beef-style broth that's hearty, comforting, and endlessly customizable.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons Nutritional yeast flakes
• 2 tablespoons Powdered mushroom (from dried mushrooms)
• 2 teaspoons Onion powder
• 2 teaspoons Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika (sweet or smoked, depending on preference)
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground celery seed
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground turmeric
• 1 tablespoon Salt (preferably sea salt or kosher salt)
• 0.5 teaspoon Brown sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground sage
• 1 teaspoon White miso powder (optional, for added umami)

Directions

Step 1

Prepare all the ingredients by measuring out the correct quantities.

Step 2

If using dried mushrooms, grind them into a fine powder using a spice grinder or food processor.

Step 3

In a mixing bowl, combine the nutritional yeast flakes, powdered mushrooms, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, ground celery seed, black pepper, ground turmeric, salt, brown sugar, dried thyme, ground sage, and miso powder (if using).

Step 4

Whisk the mixture thoroughly to ensure the ingredients are evenly distributed.

Step 5

Transfer the bouillon seasoning mix to an airtight container or jar for storage. Store in a cool, dark place for up to 6 months.

Step 6

To use, dissolve 1 to 2 teaspoons of the mix into 1 cup of hot water to create a vegetarian beef-flavored broth. Adjust the amount based on taste preference and recipe requirements.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(51.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	109.4

Total Fat 1.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6754.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 21.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.3g	0%
Total Sugars 3.0g
Protein 5.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 57.0mg	0%
Iron 2.7mg	0%
Potassium 431.4mg	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: 7.7%

Protein: 18.4%

Carbs: 73.9%