Making your own spice blend from scratch is one of those small kitchen moves that pays off every single time you reach for it. Store-bought chili powders can be sneaky — some brands use fillers, anti-caking agents, or blended seasoning mixes that introduce unexpected grains into what should be a simple spice jar. This homemade version keeps things clean and straightforward, built entirely from pure ground spices and dried herbs with zero grain-based additives to worry about. The combination of ancho chile powder, smoked paprika, and sweet paprika creates a deep, layered heat that's rich without being one-dimensional, while cumin and coriander add that warm, earthy backbone you want in a serious chili blend. A touch of cayenne brings just enough kick, and the garlic and onion powders round everything out into something that tastes far more complex than the short ingredient list suggests. Whisk it together in minutes, pour it into a jar, and you've got a pantry staple that keeps for up to six months and works beautifully on everything from chili and tacos to roasted vegetables and grilled meats.
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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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