Homemade Chili Seasoning Mix
Nine warm spices whisked together in one bowl — cumin and paprika for backbone, a spoonful of cocoa and a whisper of cinnamon to round out the edges, red pepper flakes for heat you control. No cooking, no simmering — just stir, and it's ready to go straight into your next pot of chili.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon paprika powder
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon chili flakes or 1 teaspoon for a hotter seasoning mix
- 1 teaspoon Dutch unprocessed cocoa
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Ingredients you need per step are listed below the step in Italic
Instructions
- Mix all the ingredients in a small bowl. You can then add the whole mixture to your chili at once.1 tablespoon ground cumin, 1 tablespoon paprika powder, 1 teaspoon ground coriander, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, ½ teaspoon chili flakes, 1 teaspoon Dutch unprocessed cocoa, ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
NOTES
1. Which paprika powder should you use? Use mild paprika for a warm, spiced flavor. Want a lightly smoky chili? Replace ½ tablespoon of the mild paprika with smoked paprika. Do not use only smoked paprika, because it can quickly overpower the mix.
2. How hot is this seasoning mix? Use ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes when cooking for a family with children. The chili will have flavor without becoming too hot. Want more heat? Use 1 teaspoon.
3. Why add cocoa and cinnamon? It makes the seasoning taste rounder without adding bitterness. It gives the chili a warm, full flavor. Do not add more cinnamon, because it can quickly take over.
4. Can you use fresh onion and garlic? Use garlic powder and onion powder in this dry mix. Fresh garlic and onion cannot be mixed into the seasoning if you want to store it. You can cook them separately when making the chili.
5. How much seasoning mix should you use? This recipe makes about 4 tablespoons. Use the entire amount for one large pot of chili con carne made with 1 pound ground beef, 28 ounces beans, and 28 ounces diced tomatoes. The mix contains no salt, so always taste the chili before serving.
6. How should you store the seasoning mix? Store it in a clean, dry jar with a tight-fitting lid. Keep the jar in a cool, dark place. For the strongest flavor, use the mix within 3 months. It may still be good after that, but the flavor will slowly become less pronounced.
Nutrition
Calories: 72kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 0.4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 36mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 3918IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Iron: 7mg
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