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Homemade chilli powder

Name: Homemade chilli powder
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Ingredients: 2 tsp cayenne pepper; 4 tbsp paprika; 4 tsp dried oregano; 2 1/2 tsp cumin seeds; 2 1/2 tsp garlic powder; 2 tsp onion powder

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A recipe for a homemade chilli powder, easy to make, great for marinades, chillies or any Mexican or Tex-Mex dish that requires a bit of heat. You can adjust the quantity of any of the ingredients according to your liking.

Ingredients

2 tsp cayenne pepper
4 tbsp paprika
4 tsp dried oregano
2 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
2 1/2 tsp garlic powder
2 tsp onion powder

Method

In a pestle and mortar add the dried oregano and cumin seeds and crush well.

Add all ingredients in a spice container (or any container that can seal tightly), mix well and keep in a dark, dry, cool place, away from direct sunlight.

Yields about 1/2 a cup of chilli powder.

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