Recipes - Curry Spice Dressing / Rub Herb Mix

Use 1 to 2 Tbls. as a meat rub.  Blend with butter or margarine over fresh steamed vegetables.  Sprinkle onto fried or scrambled eggs.  Use with vinegar and oil to create a marinade or salad dressing. Combine 1 Tbls. of the blend with 2/3 cup oil and 1/3 cup vinegar for a tangy salad dressing.

 

Basil Curry Dip 

Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl and mix well.  Allow to meld 30 to 60 minutes before serving with pita bread, veggies, or crackers.  It is a guaranteed hit.

 

Advanced Vinaigrette Dressing

½ cup fruit or herb vinegar

1/3 cup honey

1 T stone ground mustard

1 Tbls lime juice

¾ tsp salt (optional, leave out if using a Dressing mix with salt)

1 clove minced garlic

2 Tbls. Chopped onion

½ tsp thyme

2 to 3 tsp  Backyard Patch Salad Curry Spice Dressing Mix in ½ cup olive oil

 

In a blender, mix together: vinegar, honey, mustard, lime juice, garlic, onion, thyme and optional salt. With blender on slow speed, drizzle in olive oil. Chill before serving. Makes 1 ½ cups of dressing

 

Oven-Fried Spiced Chicken Breast

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Combine cornflakes with Beau Monde in a shallow dish and mix well.  Brush chicken with milk and roll in crumbs until well coated.  Place in a non-stick or lined baking dish. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until juices run clear.

 

Spice Rubbed Pork

1 ½ pounds pork tenderloin

3 ½ tsp Curry Spice Dressing / Rub Mix

½ tsp salt

4 2-ounce pieces store bought cornbread

 

Preheat grill for covered direct grilling on medium high. In small bowl add salt and curry spice dressing blend.  Rub all over pork.  Grill covered 15 minutes or until cooked through. (internal temperature 145 degrees.)  Add cornbread to grill and grill 1 minute per side until toasted.  Transfer pork and cornbread to cutting board, tent with foil.  Thinly slice pork and serve with cornbread and Snap-Pea Cucumber Salad (Ranch Dressing)

 

Firecracker Grilled Salmon

 

  • 8 (4 ounce) fillets salmon
  • 1/2 cup peanut oil
  • 4 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 4 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 4 tablespoons green onions, chopped
  • 3 teaspoons brown sugar
  • 5 tsp. Backyard Patch Curry Spice Dressing Mix 
  • 1 tsp. sesame oil
  • ½ tsp. salt

Place salmon filets in a medium, nonporous glass dish. In a separate medium bowl, combine the peanut oil, soy sauce, vinegar, green onions, brown sugar, herb mix, sesame oil and salt. Whisk together well, and pour over the fish. Cover and marinate the fish in the refrigerator for 4 to 6 hours. 

 

Prepare an outdoor grill with coals about 5 inches from the grate, and lightly oil the grate. Grill the fillets 5 inches from coals for 10 minutes per inch of thickness, measured at the thickest part, or until fish just flakes with a fork. Turn over halfway through cooking. Serve with dressed greens or grilled fruit.

 

How it all started

I started growing herbs in 1994 because I wanted better tea—and healthier, more flavorful food for my family.

Along the way, I fell in love with everything about herbs: their scent, their texture, and the way they make simple things feel special.

Today, I use that passion to help you enjoy herbs easily. All of my teas and seasonings are salt-free, preservative-free, and full of real flavor—so you can feel good about every sip and sprinkle.

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Commonly asked Questions

FAQ

Do you use preservatives?

All of our blends are created with no preservatives, flavor enhancers or anti-clumping agents.

We grow our herbs organically, no chemical fertilizers, no pesticides and only organic methods.  The herbs are grown in "hills" placed in rows.  This allows us to walk among the plants but keep a high-quality soil and easy watering methods that makes plants drought resistant.

Are your items salt and gluten-free?

All our herb blends are crafted with no salt and no gluten. Our baking mixes will be clearly marked if they are gluten-free, but all will be low salt. However, since we make all the blends ourselves if you wish no salt in a baking mix (scones, breads, etc.) just ask and we will blend them without salt.

How and where do you ship?

Due to restrictions on plant materials, we only ship to the US or US territories. NO international orders are accepted. All items can be shipped either UPS or USPS depending on weight.

Where do your herbs come from?

We grow almost all of the herbs we use in our blends at our 3/4 acre herb garden. We have been growing herbs since 1994 and created our garden space in 2000 growing our herbs production style in hills and rows.

Can I request a custom blend or ingredient substitution?

Yes! We’re happy to tweak a blend for your dietary needs, allergy concerns, or flavor preferences. Just reach out and let us know what you need. We hand-blend everything to order, so your mix can be just right for you.

How should I store the herb blends to keep them fresh?

Keep your blends in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight—think pantry, not above the oven. Airtight containers work best. Stored properly, they’ll stay flavorful for up to 18 months (though we bet you’ll use them
faster!).

Are your herbs organic?

While we’re not certified organic, we grow all of our herbs using natural, sustainable methods—no chemicals, no sprays, no artificial anything. Everything is grown and harvested by hand, right in our ¾-acre garden.

Can I use your blends for more than one purpose?

Absolutely! Many of our seasoning blends work as rubs, dips, dressings, or marinades—and some teas can be used to make cocktails or mocktails. We even have a recipe library on the website to help spark ideas!