Description
This Homemade Chili Seasoning is bold, versatile, and preservative-free. Made with simple pantry spices like chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and oregano, this DIY blend elevates soups, stews, roasted veggies, and of course, chili. Customizable for heat and smokiness, it’s fresher and more flavorful than store-bought packets.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika (or regular)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (adjust for spice preference)
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt (optional)
- Optional: Pinch of brown sugar for sweetness
Instructions
- Measure spices: Add all ingredients into a small mixing bowl.
- Mix well: Stir or whisk until evenly combined.
- Store: Transfer into an airtight spice jar, label with name and date.
- Use: Add 2–3 tablespoons per pot of chili (serves 4–6), or sprinkle on veggies, tacos, soups, or rice.
Notes
- Use fresh, potent spices for best flavor.
- Store in a cool, dark place up to 6 months.
- Omit salt for a salt-free version.
- Customize heat by adjusting cayenne or red pepper flakes.
- Add chipotle powder for smokiness or cinnamon/cocoa for depth.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Spice Mix, Pantry Staples
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 25
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 115mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Homemade Chili Seasoning, Chili Spice Mix Recipe, DIY Chili Seasoning, Chili Powder Blend, All-Purpose Seasoning Spice, Vegan Spice Blend