Chesapeake Bay Spice Recipes
The true taste of the Eastern Shore.
Packed with celery seed, paprika, mustard, and a hint of heat, this iconic blend elevates seafood, fries, chicken, and more. It’s your ticket to authentic Maryland-style flavor.
| # | Recipe | Why It Works | Ingredients | Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Steamed Shrimp | Classic Eastern Shore. | 2 lb shrimp; ½ cup beer; 2 tbsp cider vinegar; 2 tbsp Chesapeake | Steam 4–6 min; toss spice. |
| 2 | Crab Cakes | Mustard & celery seed shine. | 1 lb lump crab; 1 egg; 2 tbsp mayo; 1 tsp Dijon; 1 tbsp Chesapeake; ½ cup crumbs | Gently fold; form cakes; sear 3–4 min/side in butter. |
| 3 | Bay Chicken Drumsticks | Crispy spicy skin. | 12 drumsticks; 2 tbsp oil; 2 tbsp Chesapeake | Toss; roast 425°F 35–40 min. |
| 4 | Boardwalk Fries | Paprika/mustard + crispy potatoes. | 2 lb fries; 2 tbsp oil; 1½ tbsp Chesapeake | Bake 450°F 30 min shaking once. |
| 5 | Bay Butter Corn | Instant seafood-boil vibes. | 8 tbsp butter; 1½ tsp Chesapeake; lemon | Melt butter; brush on corn; squeeze lemon. |
| 6 | Creamy Bay Dip | Great with crab pretzels/veg. | ¾ cup sour cream; ¼ cup mayo; 2 tsp lemon; 1½ tsp Chesapeake | Stir; chill 30 min. |
| 7 | Seafood Boil Sheet Pan | All bay flavors no pot. | 1 lb shrimp; 12 oz andouille; 1 lb baby potatoes; 2 ears corn; 2 tbsp oil; 1 tbsp Chesapeake | Roast potatoes 15 min @425°F; add rest + spice 12–15 min. |
| 8 | Deviled Eggs | Mustard/celery seed fit egg yolk. | 12 eggs; ¼ cup mayo; 2 tsp Dijon; 1½ tsp Chesapeake | Fill halves; dust extra spice. |
| 9 | Bay Roasted Cauliflower | Veg with seafood vibe. | 1 cauliflower; 2 tbsp oil; 1½ tbsp Chesapeake | Roast 450°F 18–22 min. |
| 10 | Bay Pan-Seared Scallops | Crisp sear + aromatic spice. | 1 lb scallops; 1 tbsp oil; 1 tsp Chesapeake; 1 tbsp butter; lemon | Sear scallops 1–2 min/side; butter baste; pinch spice. |
Tomahawk Jim’s Seasoning is proud to partner with Sysco Eastern Maryland to bring our locally crafted blends to restaurants across the Eastern Shore and beyond. We offer bold, versatile seasonings created by chefs, for chefs—perfect for seafood, meats, and everyday kitchen use.