The Recipe · No.1400 · How to Make Everything Bagel Seasoning
How to Make Everything Bagel Seasoning, and where to source it
Toasting the sesame seeds first is the difference between this and the jar. Raw sesame tastes of almost nothing; two minutes in a dry pan and it becomes the dominant flavour. Use flaky salt rather than fine, because the crunch is half the reason anyone puts this on anything.
The ratio3 tbsp each white and black sesame + 2 tbsp each poppy, dried garlic, dried onion + 1 tbsp flaky salt.
By Vince Gonzalez · Published July 2026 · Sourcing verified 5 Jul 2026
Toast the white sesameDry pan, medium, two minutes, shaking constantly until pale gold and fragrant. Cool completely before mixing — warm seeds make the salt clump.
Mix everythingAll of it in a jar, shaken. Keeps three months, though the sesame goes flat after that.
Use it on more than bagelsEggs, avocado toast, roast vegetables, cottage cheese, salmon before roasting, or stirred into softened butter.
Make it yoursNigella seed in place of some poppy is closer to the original. Chili flakes for heat. Dried dill takes it toward a ranch direction.
Can you make How to Make Everything Bagel Seasoning in an air fryer? — Not needed
No cooking needed here — this one comes together without heat, so the air fryer sits it out.
Can you freeze How to Make Everything Bagel Seasoning? — Yes
Yes — it freezes well. Cool it fully, portion into airtight containers, and it keeps a few months; thaw in the fridge and reheat gently.
Can you make How to Make Everything Bagel Seasoning ahead of time? — Yes
Yes — it holds well and often tastes better the next day. Make it ahead and reheat gently before serving.
Is How to Make Everything Bagel Seasoning gluten-free? — Yes
Yes — nothing in this recipe as written contains gluten. As always, glance at the labels on any packaged items (broth, sauces, chocolate), since brands vary.
Is How to Make Everything Bagel Seasoning vegan? — Yes
Yes — no meat, seafood, dairy, egg, or honey in it as written.
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