Custom Spice Blends for Meat Processors
- Tuna TAS
- May 19
- 2 min read
Custom Spice Blends for Meat Processors
In the processed meat industry, the spice blend is not just a flavor enhancer — it defines the identity of the final product. Whether you're producing kebabs, meatballs, sausages, or marinades, having the right spice formulation is critical to achieving product consistency, consumer appeal, and shelf stability.
At Tuna Spice, we develop custom spice blends tailored specifically for industrial meat processors.

Which Products Can Be Customized?
1. Meatballs (Köfte), Hamburgers, and Minced Mixes:
Onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, cumin, thyme, red pepper flakes
Balanced to maintain moisture, aroma, and color during cooking
2. Fermented and Cured Products (e.g., Sucuk, Salami):
Spices with strong flavor stability and heat resistance
Standardized granulation to ensure even distribution
3. Doner, Shawarma, and Kebab Products:
Sumac, paprika, black pepper, mustard seed, and herbs
Designed to match traditional profiles or modern fusion variants
4. Marinades and Pre-Cooked Products:
Custom soluble spice bases
Includes additives like vinegar powder or citric acid (if requested)
Industrial Benefits of Custom Spice Blends for Meat
Consistency: Same taste profile across all production batches
Efficiency: Simplified production with ready-to-use premixes
Functionality: Blends adjusted to processing methods (frying, baking, freezing)
Shelf-life impact: Clean label options with natural preservatives available
Why Work with Tuna Spice?
R&D support to create your own signature blend
Confidential formulation agreements for private recipes
Samples and test batches before large-scale production
Compliance with HACCP, ISO 22000, and Halal production standards
Packaging options: 1 kg, 5 kg, 25 kg kraft bags or vacuum packs
For meat producers, spices are not just ingredients — they are the heart of the recipe. At Tuna Spice, we empower meat manufacturers to create premium, scalable, and flavorful products through high-performance spice solutions.
Let’s build your next best-seller together. Contact us for sampling and formulation support.