Breastfeeding Friendly Chili Powder Blend
Making your own spice blend at home means you know exactly what's going into your food — no mystery fillers, anti-caking agents, or preservatives that can sneak into store-bought versions. That kind of ingredient transparency matters a lot when you're nursing and paying closer attention to what you consume. This blend layers smoky depth from ancho chile and two types of paprika with the warm earthiness of cumin and coriander, plus a gentle kick of cayenne that you can feel good about in moderate amounts. The garlic powder, onion powder, and dried oregano round everything out into a bold, versatile seasoning that works on everything from roasted vegetables to soups to taco night. It comes together in minutes with a quick stir, and a batch stored in an airtight jar will keep for up to six months — so you can season confidently all season long. Having a reliable homemade blend on hand makes it so much easier to cook flavorful, wholesome meals even on the busiest days.
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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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