Ingredients
Spices
- 4 tablespoons chili powder (or chipotle pepper powder)
- 2 tablespoons ground cumin
- 2 tablespoons dried cilantro (or Mexican oregano)
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon sea salt
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
Instructions
- Combine the spices: In a small bowl or mason jar, thoroughly mix the chili powder, ground cumin, dried cilantro (or Mexican oregano), paprika, sea salt, garlic powder, and onion powder until the blend is uniform in color and texture.
- Store the seasoning: Transfer the combined spice mix to an airtight container or jar and keep it in your pantry. It will stay fresh and flavorful for up to 6 months, ready to enhance your carne asada or any other dish that needs a robust Mexican-inspired seasoning.
Notes
- You can substitute chipotle pepper powder for chili powder to add a smoky flavor and a bit more heat.
- Dried cilantro can be replaced with Mexican oregano to vary the herbal notes.
- Make sure to store the seasoning blend in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
- Adjust salt quantity based on dietary preferences if needed.
- This seasoning mix works great for beef, chicken, pork, or even roasted vegetables.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Seasoning
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mexican
