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Mexican Chili Harrisa Spice Rub

Mexican Inspired Harissa Spice Rub

A spicy mixture of dried chili peppers, caraway, cumin, mustard, and smoked paprika. Versatile spice rub for vegetables, grains, and incorporating into sauces.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 cup spice rub
Course: Condiment
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean, Mexican
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 dried Pasilla chili peppers
  • 3 dried Ancho (poblano) chili peppers
  • 3 dried Guajillo chili peppers
  • 2 dried Arbol chili peppers
  • 1 tbsp whole black peppercorns
  • 1 tbsp caraway seeds
  • 2 tbsp cumin seeds
  • 1 tbsp yellow mustard seeds
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp salt

Equipment

  • Blender

Method
 

  1. Remove stems and seeds from dried chilies.
  2. Place chilies in a dry skillet and toast over medium heat for approximately 1 minute each side. Remove from pan and set aside.
  3. In the same pan toast back peppercorns, caraway seeds, cumin seeds, and mustard seeds for 30-45 seconds over medium heat. Remove from pan.
  4. Add chilies, seeds, and remaining spices and salt to a blender and process until a powder forms.