Make an Easy Mexican Spice Blend at Home
Make an Easy Mexican Spice Blend to give your meats, fish or veggies a burst of Tex-Mex flavour. Use this seasoning for your next barbecue gathering or any time you're in the mood for cooking Mexican food.Store this robust mix in a jar for easy access, and you won't need to buy ready-made seasoning again. low-carb, keto, gluten-free, vegan1 tbsp: 1.3g carbs, 0.4g fibre, 0.9g net carbs
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp Paprika
- 1 tbsp Cumin Powder
- 2 tsp Chilli Powder
- 1 tbsp Onion Flakes crushed
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1 tsp Dried Oregano
- 1½ tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Black Pepper
- 1 tsp Arrowroot Powder see post for where to buy
- 1 tsp Lemon Salt (Citric Acid) powdered- OR Mix a couple of teaspoons of fresh lemon juice with the spice blend while cooking OR Grind 2 teaspoons of fresh lemon zest with 1/2 teaspoon of sea salt, then add it to the spice blend just before cooking.Add less lemon salt to adjust the tanginess.
- ½ tsp Organic Cocoa Powder
Instructions
- Gather all the spices required or buy them online from Amazon or a local grocery store.
- Clean and dry a 2-3 ounce spice jar or a larger one if doubling the recipe to make a bigger batch.
- Grind the onion flakes with the lemon salt (if they are in granule form) using a mortar and pestle, then add them to the bottom of the jar.
- Measure the rest of the spices individually, and drop them into the jar one by one.
- Pro Tip: Mix the spices with a whisk in a large bowl if you double or triple the recipe. Then use a funnel to transfer the spices into the jar.
- Close the lid of the jar and shake the spice blend until it is mixed thoroughly. Store the spice blend tightly covered in a cool, dry place.
Notes
Best Tips for Mexican Spice Blend
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- Use measuring spoons to measure each amount of spice accurately so that the correct flavours of the blend shine through.
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- Use a coffee grinder to blend whole spices (if using), which also helps to bring out their natural aromas.
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- Experiment with using this spice blend for various dishes to use it to its full potential.
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- It's best to use the mix within 3 months to benefit from its fresh taste. Remember to shake it before every use if some ingredients, like the onion flakes, settle to the bottom.
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- Add the Mexican seasoning while cooking or roast it in a shallow pan to wake up the flavours. You'd be surprised by how much the flavour kicks in in the heat.
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- Mix the spices in a bowl for larger batches, then transfer them into the jar using a funnel.
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- This Mexican spice blend is a wonderful gift when presented in a fancy jar with a pretty ribbon.