Turkey 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 handful of aromatics into something far more complex than anything sitting on a grocery store shelf. The cayenne brings just enough heat, while the coriander and oregano round out the edges so it never tastes one-dimensional. Store-bought blends can be a minefield of hidden fillers and mystery ingredients, but every single component here is straightforward and easy to verify. Whisk everything together in a bowl, pour it into an airtight jar, and you've got a reliable pantry staple that keeps for up to six months. Use it in chili, rubs, soups, roasted vegetables — honestly, it's hard to think of a savory dish that wouldn't benefit from a spoonful.
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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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