Chili Mix

Most American grocery stores sell little single-use packets of instant spice mix for seasoning chile con carne. This recipe is for a homemade version of the chili spice.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon dehydrated onion (minced or powdered)
  • 2 teaspoons seasoning salt
  • 2 teaspoons cumin powder
  • 1–2 teaspoons ground red cayenne pepper or crushed/powdered ancho chilli pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon dehydrated garlic (minced or powdered)
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Chili Mix

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Procedure

  1. Mix all ingredients and store in an airtight jar.
  2. Use 1–3 tablespoons of Chili Mix per 1 lb of meat (to taste).

Notes, tips, and variations

  • If you don’t have seasoned salt, substitute powdered soup bouillon or increase the salt, pepper, and garlic.