Light Chili Powder
Elevate your spice cabinet with this quick and customizable Light Chili Powder recipe, a homemade blend that’s perfect for adding mild heat and earthy depth to your favorite dishes. Featuring sweet or smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, and a medley of dried herbs and spices, this blend is lighter in heat yet rich in flavor. Ready in just 5 minutes with pantry staples, it skips preservatives found in store-bought versions and lets you adjust the cayenne for a gentle kick or none at all. Ideal for seasoning soups, stews, roasted veggies, or grilled proteins, this versatile spice mix is a must-have for home cooks seeking fresh, vibrant flavor. Store it in an airtight container and enjoy up to 6 months of culinary inspiration!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Paprika (sweet or smoked)
- 1.5 tablespoons Ground cumin
- 1.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 1.5 teaspoons Onion powder
- 1 teaspoons Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoons Ground coriander
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground cayenne pepper (optional, adjust to taste)
Instructions
In a small mixing bowl, combine the paprika, ground cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, ground coriander, ground black pepper, and ground cayenne pepper (if using).
Use a whisk or spoon to thoroughly mix the spices together until evenly blended.
Transfer the chili powder to an airtight container, such as a glass jar or spice tin, to retain freshness and flavor.
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. For the best quality, use within 6 months.
Enjoy your Light Chili Powder as a seasoning for a variety of dishes, adding mild heat and vibrant, earthy flavors.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
139 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.7 g | 7% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.7 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 39 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.1 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.0 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.5 g | ||
| Protein | 6.4 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 196 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 12.8 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 790 mg | 17% | |
*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.
