By Wendy Stoltz / Last Modified On January 15, 2023
Homemade gluten free onion soup mix is your key to making delicious gluten free meals. Avoid packaged mixes and make your own. In minutes you can have the perfect gluten free onion soup mix for making dips, soups, and more.
GLUTEN FREE ONION SOUP MIX RECIPE
There are so many amazing recipes out there that call of a package of onion soup mix.
We've all made them before, or have at least tried to before we realized that the onion soup mix you buy at the grocery store is not gluten free.
Packaged mixes often include gluten, soy, and chemical preservatives that we just don't want.
While I have seen gluten free onion soup for cooking in stores, I haven't seen the need to buy them because making my own is so simple.
This gluten free onion soup mix recipe has 8 easy-to-find ingredients and comes together in a matter of minutes.
Store it, and have onion soup mix on hand for use in recipes like gluten free onion dip and gluten free French onion soup.
INGREDIENTS IN GLUTEN FREE ONION SOUP MIX
Dried Onion Flakes - This is our main ingredient - you can't make onion soup without onion. Dried onion flakes have a sweet onion flavor like onions that have been slow roasted.
Beef Bouillon Granules - This gives a substantial, hearty flavor. Always check your labels to be sure the bouillon is gluten free. Not all are.
Onion Powder - More onion is not a bad thing here. The onion powder will distribute into whatever you mix it with, while the flakes will stay in larger pieces.
Parsley Flakes - Dried parsley adds color and flavor to the mix.
Celery Seed - I love the flavor of celery seed in savory things like soups. It's a bright, herbal flavor.
Paprika - Paprika adds warmth and color to the mix.
Black Pepper - Gives the right amount of heat to our onion soup mix.
Cornstarch - Allows whatever you're cooking with this mix to thicken.
If you have any questions, please leave a comment below and I will get back to you.
HOW TO MAKE GLUTEN FREE ONION SOUP MIX
There are no steps to this recipe! Simply measure all of your ingredients into a large bowl and mix well until all of the ingredients are incorporated. That's it!
HOW TO STORE GLUTEN FREE ONION SOUP MIX
To store your onion soup mix, simply place it in an air tight container such as a glass jar or a thick, well-sealing plastic bag.
You can store this at room temperature for up to three months.
This recipe makes about 1 ounce of soup mix, about the same as a packet of the seasoning mix you'd buy. Consider doubling or tripling the recipe if you know you'll be using it.
I suggest that you keep it portioned out while storing so you don't have to weigh it out later when you're ready to cook with it.
You can make a variety of gluten free dishes with this gluten free onion soup mix. Gluten Free Onion dip and gluten free onion soup are two of our go-to's.
TO MAKE GLUTEN FREE ONION DIP
It's beyond easy to make a delicious gluten free onion dip with this mix. Simply mix 18 ounces of sour cream with the onion soup mix. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors combine.
Gluten free onion dip would go really well with your favorite potato chips, or as a topping for baked potatoes.
If you're a chips and dip person, you are going to love our Jalapeño Artichoke Dip and our Crack Corn Dip too.
WHY SHOULD I MAKE MY OWN SPICE MIXES?
As someone who cannot eat gluten, I learned that many spice blends and flavoring mixes contain gluten.
Making your own mixes allows you to control everything that goes in, so you'll know that it's safe for you and your family to eat, and that kind of peace of mind is priceless.
Speaking of price, making your own spice and soup mixes will save you money too. The markup on pre-mixed spices is can be significant.
TO MAKE GLUTEN FREE ONION SOUP
Place this mix into medium saucepan. Stir in 4 cups water and bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, for 10 – 15 minutes.
FOR COOKING IN RECIPES
Mix with ½ cup water and add to a slow cooker or instant pot with beef roast or pork roast.
Other Gluten Free Soup Recipes:
Gluten Free Chicken Noodle Soup
Gluten Free Cream of Mushroom Soup
Did you make this Gluten Free Onion Soup Mix? Please leave a comment below letting me know what you thought.
Gluten Free Onion Soup Mix
Homemade gluten free onion soup mix is your key to making delicious gluten free meals. Avoid packaged mixes and make your own. It's so easy and well worth the few minutes it takes to mix up.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup dried onion flakes
- 2 tablespoons beef bouillon granules
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon parsley flakes
- ⅛ teaspoon celery seed
- ⅛ teaspoon paprika
- ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a bowl or glass container.
- Mix until well combined.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 months.
Notes
- To make Gluten Free Onion Soup: Place this mix into medium saucepan. Stir in 4 cups water and bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, for 10 – 15 minutes.
- To make Gluten Free Onion Dip: Combine with 16 oz. of sour cream. Refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving.
- For cooking in recipes: Mix with ½ cup water and add to a slow cooker or instant pot with beef roast or pork roast.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
4Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 23Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 781mgCarbohydrates: 4gFiber: 0gSugar: 2gProtein: 1g
This nutrition info is based on the exact ingredients and brands that I used a the time. It may not be 100% accurate. Please check your ingredients nutrition labels.
Alex
This is going to be a game changer! I have so many recipes that use onion soup mix that I've been wanting to try. Making this recipe this weekend!
chrystal
I hope you love it.
Best,
Chrystal
Lisa
Do you have a substitute for the corn starch. We have a corn allergy in our family
Thanks
chrystal
You can use arrowroot starch as well.
Best,
Chrystal
Katie
Where did you find GF beef bouillon granules? Any suggested brand? Or do you have a substitution for the granules?
chrystal
I got them at the grocery store in our area. We use Herbox.
Best,
Chrystal
Lynda
This recipe is so helpful. I have a shrimp dip recipe that I love and have struggled with a way to make it since I had been unable to find a gluten free onion soup nix. Made it last night with your recipe and it is perfect. Thank you so much!
chrystal
I am so glad you like it. Thank you for taking the time to stop back by and let me know.
Best,
Chrystal
Pam Brown
The recipe state yields 4 servings. Does this mean this recipe makes the equivalent of 4 packets of store bought or 1 packet?
Wendy Stoltz
Hi Pam, This recipe makes about 1 ounce of soup mix, about the same as a packet of the seasoning mix you'd buy.
Rita
Wonderful!!! I substitute chicken bouillon granules, then follow the rest as written. Put chicken in an oven cooking bag, sprinkle soup mix, and grate some butter into the bag, seal the bag, then squish it all up. Marinate a couple of hours, then pop it into the oven. You can also add cut up parboiled red potatoes after marinating, before cooking...let your imagination run wild. Add whatever veggies you like...
Thank you for inspiring me to experiment with this.
Wendy Stoltz
Your kind words about our recipe made our day, Rita! Thank you for giving it a try and sharing.