Emeril's Essence

simmees's Note:

This is a recipe for Emeril's Essence spice, used in many of his recipes. May also be used within many of your own dishes as an extra kick of flavor.

• Total Time: 5 mins
• Prep Time: 5 mins
• Cook Time: 0 mins

Ingredients:

Yield: 2.25 cup

• 8 tablespoons paprika
• 3 tablespoons cayenne
• 5 tablespoons black pepper, freshly ground
• 6 tablespoons garlic powder
• 3 tablespoons onion powder
• 6 tablespoons salt
• 2 1/2 tablespoons dried oregano
• 2 1/2 tablespoons dried thyme

Directions:

1. Combine all the ingredients in a mixing bowl.
2. Blend well.
3. Can be stored in an airtight container in your spice cabinet for up to 3 months.

Reviews

[currybunny]

I can't judge how good this is against the original as we don't have it in Australia, but I can tell you that this mix contributed to the best chilli con carne ever! Thanks very much for posting.

[onegoofydevil]

This is awesome stuff, been making it myself for ages. I keep old spice jars, wash them on and stick my own label on :) always keep a bottle of this handy, have used it for everything from shrimp to chicken fried steak yummmmmmmm!!!