Southwest Seasoning

This homemade seasoning has NO SUGAR & makes a fantastic rub for beef, pork & chicken. Use it to season hamburger for Taco Salad, too!

Ingredients

1 tbsp chili powder

2 tsp paprika powder

2 tsp ground cumin

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp onion powder

½ tsp chili flakes

½ tsp dried oregano

½ tsp ground black pepper

1 pinch ground cinnamon

1 pinch ground cloves

1 tbsp sea salt (optional)

Directions

1. Add all ingredients to a prep bowl and stir until thoroughly blended.

2. Pour into a jar with a tight-fitting lid.

3. If you use whole seeds, grind in a grinder either in advance or when cooking.

4. Keep the spices in a dark, dry and cool/room temperature place. Small tin cans are great.

5. Make a big batch to last for 4–6 months; after this the spices will lose some flavor and color. They won't go bad, but will just be less powerful.

Cook's Tip:

We used dried garlic flakes, but you can also use garlic powder.