Beef Free Chili Powder Blend
Making your own spice blend from scratch is one of those small kitchen moves that pays off every single time you reach for it. This smoky, earthy mix layers ancho chile powder, cumin, two kinds of paprika, and a gentle hit of cayenne for a depth of flavor that store-bought packets rarely match. The beauty of a homemade blend is that you know exactly what's in it — no fillers, no mystery additives, and absolutely no meat-based ingredients to worry about. It comes together in minutes with just a whisk and a bowl, then stores in an airtight jar for up to six months. Use it to season soups, stews, roasted vegetables, beans, or anything else that could use a bold, warming kick. Having a jar of this on hand makes weeknight cooking feel effortless and a whole lot more flavorful.
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12 servings
- 3 tbsp ancho chile powder
- 1 tbsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp sweet paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
- ¼ tsp ground coriander
- ¼ tsp fine salt
Instructions
- 1
Add the ancho chile powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, sweet paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, ground coriander, and fine salt to a small bowl.
- 2
Whisk or stir until the spices are evenly combined and no streaks of individual spices remain.
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