Carne Asada Seasoning
This homemade carne asada seasoning can be used as a dry rub or in a marinade for meat, poultry, fish and seafood, vegetables and more!
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon ancho chili powder , or chili powder of choice
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika or ground chipotle powder
- 1 teaspoon Mexican oregano , can substitute regular
- 1 teaspoon dried cilantro , can substitute 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground dried lime zest , see instructions below
- 1 teaspoon kosher or sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper , optional for heat (can use more or less)
Instructions
- To make the dried lime zest: Preheat the oven to 170-180F/75-80C. Zest one lime, lay the zest out on a plate and stick it in the oven for 15-20 minutes. Remove and let it cool completely, then crumble it up finely with your fingers.To make the carne asada spice blend, place all of the ingredients in a bowl or jar and stir or shake to combine. Store your homemade carne asada seasoning in an airtight jar in a cool, dark place. It will keep for several months but for optimal flavor use within 3 months.Makes about 1/4 cup.
Nutrition
Calories: 7kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 0.3gFat: 0.2gSaturated Fat: 0.03gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.1gSodium: 206mgPotassium: 35mgFiber: 1gSugar: 0.3gVitamin A: 320IUVitamin C: 0.3mgCalcium: 9mgIron: 0.4mg
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