Skip the store-bought blends and elevate your dishes with this bold, smoky homemade chorizo seasoning! Packed with deep, authentic flavors from smoked paprika, cayenne, and cumin, this blend brings the perfect balance of heat and warmth. Whether you’re seasoning meat, spicing up veggies, or adding a kick to soups, this fresh, preservative-free mix beats anything off the shelf!

The Only Chorizo Seasoning Recipe You’ll Ever Need!

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Servings

tablespoons

Prep time

minutes

Total time

minutes

This homemade chorizo seasoning is packed with bold, smoky, and spicy flavors! It’s the perfect way to bring some extra deliciousness to your chorizo, tacos, or stews, made with cayenne, smoked paprika, ancho powder, and a mix of warming spices like cumin and nutmeg. Ditch the store-bought versions and enjoy a fresher, more flavorful blend made right in your own kitchen!

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Ingredients

1 tbsp Cayenne Pepper
1 tbsp Ancho Powder
2 tbsp Smoked Paprika
1 tbsp Garlic Powder
1 tbsp Ground Black Pepper
1 tbsp Ground Cumin
1 tbsp Dried Oregano
1 tsp Ground Nutmeg
1 tsp Salt

Directions

Combine all the ingredients in a mixing bowl
Mix until everything comes together as a spice blend
Use as preferred or store in an air-tight glass spice container

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Notes

Increase or decrease the cayenne to match your spice preference.
Add a pinch of chipotle powder for extra depth.
Pulse the mix in a spice grinder for a smoother consistency.
For the best flavor, mix with meat and let it sit for at least 30 minutes before cooking.