Gebhardts Chili Powder Copycat
Recreate the bold, smoky essence of Texas-style cooking with this Gebhardt’s Chili Powder Copycat recipe! This DIY spice blend captures the authentic flavor of the iconic original using dried ancho chiles, toasted cumin seeds, smoked paprika, and a touch of cayenne for subtle heat. Perfect for chili, stews, marinades, and Tex-Mex dishes, this recipe ensures fresh, vibrant flavor far superior to store-bought options. In just 15 minutes, you’ll have a robust chili powder that’s perfectly balanced with earthy, spicy, and savory notes. With easy-to-follow steps and pantry-friendly ingredients, this homemade chili powder is a must-have for elevating your favorite recipes! Store it in an airtight container to enjoy its rich taste for up to six months.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 whole Dried ancho chiles
- 2 teaspoons Cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons Cayenne pepper
Instructions
Remove the stems and seeds from the dried ancho chiles. Tear the chiles into smaller pieces for easier processing.
In a dry skillet over medium heat, lightly toast the ancho chile pieces for about 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until they become fragrant. Be careful not to burn them.
Transfer the toasted ancho chiles to a spice grinder or a high-powered blender and grind them into a fine powder.
In the same skillet, toast the cumin seeds for 30-60 seconds until aromatic. Add the toasted cumin seeds to the grinder and process until finely ground.
In a small mixing bowl, combine the ground ancho chiles, ground cumin, dried oregano, garlic powder, smoked paprika, ground black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Stir well to ensure the spices are evenly distributed.
Transfer the chili powder to an airtight container or spice jar. Store in a cool, dark place for up to 6 months.
Use this chili powder as a 1:1 replacement for store-bought chili powder in your favorite recipes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
216 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.9 g | 10% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.1 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 68 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.2 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.8 g | 67% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.6 g | ||
| Protein | 9.1 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 119 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 1380 mg | 29% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
