Old Bay Seasoning
Old Bay Seasoning
Old Bay Seasoning (pronunciation: /oʊld beɪ ˈsiːzənɪŋ/) is a popular blend of herbs and spices that originated in the United States. It is named after the Old Bay Line, a passenger ship line that plied the waters of the Chesapeake Bay from Baltimore to Norfolk, Virginia, in the early 20th century.
Etymology
The name "Old Bay" pays homage to the Old Bay Line, the steamship line that operated in the Chesapeake Bay from 1840 to 1962. The seasoning was developed by Gustav Brunn, a German immigrant who fled Nazi Germany with his spice grinder in tow. He settled in Baltimore and founded the Baltimore Spice Company, where Old Bay Seasoning was first produced.
Ingredients
Old Bay Seasoning is a blend of celery salt, black pepper, crushed red pepper flakes, and paprika. It may also contain a variety of other spices, such as cardamom, ginger, clove, and mace, among others. The exact recipe is a closely guarded secret.
Uses
Old Bay Seasoning is primarily used for seasoning seafood, especially in dishes like crab cakes, fried fish, and shrimp boil. However, it can also be used in a variety of other dishes, such as chicken, popcorn, fries, and corn on the cob.
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See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Old Bay Seasoning
- Wikipedia's article - Old Bay Seasoning
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