Southwest Spice Blend
This homemade Southwest spice blend packs loads of bold, smoky flavor! Perfect for seasoning Tex-Mex dishes like tacos and chili, meats, veggies, and more.
Servings: 24 servings (about ¼ cup)
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano (or Mexican oregano)
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for added heat)
Instructions
- Combine all the spices in a small bowl or container and mix well.
- Store the spice blend in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months.
- Use this blend to season grilled or roasted meats, vegetables, chili, tacos, and more Mexican-inspired recipes.
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Notes
Southwest Marinade
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon Southwest spice blend
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
Nutrition
Serving: 0.5teaspoon | Calories: 3kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.02g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Sodium: 54mg | Potassium: 19mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 254IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 4mg | Iron: 0.2mg
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