Homemade Chili Powder
Elevate your cooking with this richly aromatic Homemade Chili Powder, a game-changing blend of dried ancho and guajillo chiles, earthy cumin, and a smoky kick of paprika and cayenne. Perfectly balanced with hints of garlic and oregano, this DIY seasoning delivers unmatched freshness and depth compared to store-bought options. With just 15 minutes of prep and cook time, you'll learn how to toast and grind chiles for bold, authentic flavor that's perfect for chili, tacos, soups, and more. Store this versatile spice mix in your pantry and enjoy its vibrant taste for months to come!
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Dried ancho chiles
- 4 medium Dried guajillo chiles
- 1 tablespoon Ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the dried ancho and guajillo chiles and toast them for about 1-2 minutes on each side, or until they are fragrant and slightly darkened. Be careful not to burn them.
Remove the toasted chiles from the skillet and let them cool for a minute. Once cool, remove the stems and seeds.
Using a spice grinder or a high-powered blender, grind the toasted chiles into a fine powder.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the ground chiles with the cumin, garlic powder, oregano, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper. Mix well to ensure everything is evenly distributed.
Transfer the homemade chili powder to an airtight container and store it in a cool, dark place for up to 6 months for optimal flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
294 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 9.6 g | 12% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.4 g | 7% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 82 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 56.3 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.7 g | 88% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.7 g | ||
| Protein | 12.9 g | 26% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 163 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 11.8 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 1878 mg | 40% | |
*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.
