Sazon
Elevate your culinary creations with this homemade sazón spice blend, a vibrant seasoning mix that captures the bold, savory essence of Latin American cuisine. Crafted from a harmonious combination of ground coriander, cumin, annatto (or paprika), garlic powder, oregano, turmeric, and a touch of salt and black pepper, this flavor-packed rub is as versatile as it is easy to make. Ready in just five minutes, sazón is your go-to kitchen essential for adding depth and color to soups, stews, rice, beans, and beyond. Stored in an airtight container, this aromatic blend stays fresh for up to six months, ensuring you’ll always have a hint of Latin-inspired magic at your fingertips. Perfect for busy home cooks, this DIY sazón recipe is a simple way to infuse your dishes with irresistible flavor and flair!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon Ground coriander
- 1 tablespoon Ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon Ground annatto (achiote) or paprika
- 1 tablespoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground oregano
- 1 teaspoon Ground turmeric
- 2 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
Instructions
In a small mixing bowl, combine the ground coriander, ground cumin, ground annatto or paprika, garlic powder, ground oregano, ground turmeric, salt, and ground black pepper.
Stir the spices together until they are well combined and evenly distributed.
Transfer the sazón blend to an airtight spice jar or container. Store it in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months.
Use approximately 1 to 2 teaspoons of the sazón blend per recipe, adjusting to taste for soups, stews, rice, beans, or any dish that could use a pop of vibrant flavor and color.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
116 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.3 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4743 mg | 206% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.1 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.6 g | ||
| Protein | 4.4 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 158 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 9.3 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 410 mg | 9% | |
*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.
