Zippy Zonya Mexi Seasoning Mix

Submitted by KateL

"Entered for safe-keeping. From Heart-Healthy Living by BH&G, Winter 2008. This mix saves a full teaspoon of salt plus MSG. One to 2 tablespoons replaces one packet of commercial mix."

 

• Ready In: 5mins
• Ingredients: 7
• Yields: 3 tablespoons
• Serves: 1

ingredients

• 5 teaspoons chili powder
• 4 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon cumin seed (optional)
• 1⁄4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1⁄4 teaspoon dried onion flakes
• 1⁄8 teaspoon black pepper
• 1⁄8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

directions

1. In a small bowl, combine all ingredients.
2. Store for up to 1 month in a self-sealing plastic bag or covered container.

Reviews

[Sonya01]

wow this smells so good. I will cook with it after i get back from holidays. <br/>thanks

 

[nemokitty]

This was delicious on our chicken breasts tonight! Throw those taco seasoning packets away... this is much healthier and tasty for you. I added cumin powder and cayenne pepper. Made for PAC Spring 2013.

 

[alligirl]

This was really good, Kate. I did add about 1/2 tsp. of cornstarch to the mix, for thickening purposes. I also used white pepper and the cayenne. I used 2 tbsp. of the mix, with about 1 1/4 lb. of ground sirloin (and about 1/2 c. of water); the taste was spicy (not too spicy) and just right for us. Thanks for sharing ;-).

 

[Sharon123]

I used this in your pinto bean dip and it was good. I left out the cayenne as my chili powder had some heat to it. Thanks!

 

[jessymroberts]

I never use taco seasoning packets from the store because they're too expensive and I can't control the ingredients. This is one of many seasoning mixes I've tried on 'Zaar, and I wasn't disappointed at all! It was very good - you could really taste the cumin. I didn't use the cumin seed, but did use the cayenne pepper for some heat. Also, I doubled the dried onion flakes (personal preference for all things oniony). Made great taco meat for my taco salad. Made for Photo Tag.