Mexicali seasoning is a robust spice blend of cilantro, chili powder, cumin, chipotle, cilantro, oregano, garlic and onion powder. Use with beef, chicken, pork, seafood and vegetables!

Mexicali Seasoning

I have another seasoning blend for you to try. Are you excited? I’m excited.

I love when I can add a new spice blend to my ever-growing list of spice and seasoning blends. So far this Mexicali seasoning makes twenty-one spice blends recipes! Can you even??

I should seriously consider starting my own line of spice blends.

ingredients for Mexicali Seasoning

For this Mexicali Seasoning blend, you will need:

  • dried cilantro
  • chili powder
  • chipotle powder
  • cumin
  • kosher salt
  • oregano
  • paprika
  • garlic
  • onion powder

measure spices added to jar.

Into a glass jar measure out 2 tablespoons dried cilantro*, 2 tablespoons chili powder and 1 tablespoon ground cumin. Then add 2 teaspoons chipotle powder, 2 teaspoons kosher salt, 2 teaspoons paprika, 1-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano, and 1 teaspoon each of garlic and onion powder.

*If you don’t have the dried cilantro, you could also use always just use fresh cilantro in the dish you are preparing (not the spice mix).

Mexicali Seasoning

Then stir and store in an air-tight container in a dark, dry area for months.

This recipe makes 1/2 cup, so you have plenty of it to make allthethings.

The flavor of these spice blend is robust and a smidgen smoky but overall it’s delicious and versatile. I have a recipe I’m super excited to share with you tomorrow, where I used this flavorful Mexicali seasoning. I’m also adding it to ground turkey when I make tacos this weekend. However you can totally use this seasoning on beef, chicken, pork, shrimp or vegetables. Mix it into dips, compound butters or salad dressings!

Mexicali Seasoning

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Mexicali Seasoning

Mexicali Seasoning
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Yield: 8 servings

Mexicali Seasoning

Mexicali seasoning is a robust spice blend of cilantro, chili powder, cumin, chipotle, cilantro, oregano, garlic and onion powder. Use with beef, chicken, pork, seafood and vegetables!

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons dried cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons ground chipotle powder
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • teaspoons dried Mexican oregano
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder

Instructions 

  • Combine spices and store in an airtight container. Store the spice blend in a cool, dry spot for up to 6 months.

Notes

If you don't have the dried cilantro leaves, you could also use fresh cilantro in the dish you're preparing (just DO NOT use in the spice mix).
Serving: 1tablespoon, Calories: 15kcal, Carbohydrates: 3g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 1g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 1g, Sodium: 625mg, Potassium: 99mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 1g, Vitamin A: 825IU, Vitamin C: 5mg, Calcium: 29mg, Iron: 1mg

Mexicali Seasoning