Homemade Chipotle Seasoning Blend
Are you craving smoky bold flavors? Then this easy recipe for homemade Chipotle seasoning blend is perfect for you! This versatile spice mix goes way beyond Mexican food! Try it with a variety of meats, seafood, vegetables, or even popcorn for a burst of smoky goodness.
Why you’ll love my easy Chipotle seasoning
Saving money is one of the many benefits of homemade seasonings but you’ll also save time by having them prepped and ready to use.
- Natural ingredients: Skip the store-bought chipotle spice mix to avoid any artificial flavors, MSG, or preservatives. Choose high-quality natural flavors for this homemade seasoning to take your from-scratch recipes to the next level.
- Customizable heat: Adjust the amount of chipotle powder to create your perfect heat level.
- Versatile blend: Think beyond chicken! You can add this smoky blend to a variety of other meats, vegetables, sauces, stews, soups, and snacks.
Ingredients
- Chipotle pepper: Choose a high-quality chipotle powder for the best smoky heat.
- Paprika: Smoked paprika adds extra smokiness but regular paprika works too.
- Cumin and coriander: Cumin adds warmth and depth, while coriander adds a citrusy brightness to this blend.
- Oregano: Mexican oregano has a more citrusy note but dried oregano is ok to use as well.
- Onion and garlic: Garlic powder and onion powder give seasoning blends a concentrated savory flavor.
- Salt & pepper: Sea salt and ground black pepper work best.
How to use Chipotle spice mix
Season your favorite Mexican dishes incl. burritos, quesadillas, and chipotle chicken bowls. Or try this DIY spice blend with different types of meat, seafood, vegetables, sauces, soups, stews, or even snacks.
Start with 1 tablespoon of seasoning per 1 pound of meat or vegetables. Adjust to taste based on other ingredients and desired flavor intensity.
- Perfect meat rubs: This chipotle seasoning creates a fantastic dry rub or marinade with some olive oil for lamb or pork chops, chicken thighs, or your favorite beef dishes.
- Smoky chipotle roasted vegetables: Sprinkle it on vegetables before roasting for a flavorful and healthy side dish.
- Spicy soups and stews: Add some smokiness to your favorite chili, bean stew, or hearty goulash soup.
- Hot sauces: Add this mix to homemade hot sauces, mayonnaise, or BBQ sauces to add some heat and instant smokiness.
- Smoky snacks: This spicy seasoning is a great addition to crackers, roasted nuts or chickpeas, and even popcorn for a smoky flavor.
FAQ
Chipotle powder is made from smoked ground jalapeño peppers. It has a smoky flavor and a moderate to hot spice level.
Chipotle powder is typically hotter than chili powder as chili powder’s spice level varies depending on the pepper blend.
More DIY spice blends
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Homemade Chipotle Seasoning Blend
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp chipotle powder
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- 2 tbsp Mexican oregano
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together all the ingredients until well combined.1 tbsp chipotle powder, 1 tbsp smoked paprika, 2 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp ground coriander, 2 tbsp Mexican oregano, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, 1 tsp sea salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Transfer the seasoning blend to an airtight container and store in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months.
- Use 1 tablespoon of chipotle seasoning per 1 pound of meat or vegetables. This will give your dish a nice flavor without being overpowering.
Well-balanced, great recipe!