How to Make Spicy Chili Powder

Monday, December 30, 2024  Read time1 min

SAEDNEWS: Chili powder is a popular and versatile spice made from a blend of chili peppers and other spices.

How to Make Spicy Chili Powder

It is one of the key ingredients in Mexican cuisine, known for its incredible aroma and flavor, and can be used in various dishes.

Chili powder, with its delightful scent and taste, is close to Iranian culinary preferences and can be applied to many of our dishes. This fragrant spice greatly enhances the flavor of meat or chicken dishes, especially those with legumes like pinto beans. Here's how to make your own spicy chili powder at home:

Ingredients for Homemade Chili Powder

  • Red paprika powder: 2 tablespoons

  • Oregano: 2 tablespoons

  • Cumin: 1 teaspoon

  • Garlic powder: 2 teaspoons

  • Onion powder: 3/4 teaspoon

  • Red pepper: 1/2 teaspoon

Instructions for Making Spicy and Delicious Chili Powder at Home

  1. Prepare the Paprika (optional): To make paprika powder, chop and dry red bell peppers. Then, grind them into a powder. For a spicier version, dry some red chili peppers along with the bell peppers and grind them together.

  2. Mix the Ingredients: Combine all the ingredients in a bowl and stir with a spoon until well mixed.

  3. Grind the Spices: You can either leave the mixture as a coarse blend or grind it into a fine powder using a mortar and pestle or a grinder. If using a grinder, be careful not to open it immediately after grinding to avoid inhaling the spicy aroma.

  4. Store the Chili Powder: Transfer the chili powder to an airtight container and store it in your spice cabinet. Use it to marinate meats and enhance the flavor of your dishes.

Key Tips for Making Chili Powder at Home

  • The original recipe includes oregano, which is often referred to as wild marjoram.

  • You can buy red peppers in season, dry them, and grind them to use in this spice mix.

  • This spice mix can last for years if stored properly in an airtight container to retain its aroma and flavor.


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