
Making your own spice blend at home 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 with cumin, two kinds of paprika, garlic, and a gentle heat from cayenne — the kind of depth that store-bought blends rarely deliver. For anyone navigating lupin concerns, commercial seasoning packets and blended spice mixes can be surprisingly risky territory, since lupin flour sometimes sneaks into processed food products as a filler or extender. Every ingredient here is a straightforward, single-source spice, so you know exactly what's going into the jar. The process couldn't be simpler — just whisk everything together and store it in an airtight container for up to six months of ready-to-go flavor. Use it on tacos, chili, roasted vegetables, or anywhere you want a bold, Southwestern kick without any guesswork.
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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.
Whisk or stir until the spices are evenly combined and no streaks of individual spices remain.
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