Chile-Thyme Spice Mix
A vibrant homemade spice blend combining the heat of chiles de árbol with aromatic thyme, bright lemon zest, and sea salt. Perfect for seasoning meats, vegetables, or any dish that needs a spicy, herbal kick.
4 servings
5 min
Ingredients
- •2 whole dried chiles de árbol, stemmed
- •4 teaspoons coarse sea salt
- •4 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest
- •4 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
- •Ingredient Info: Chiles de árbol are available at better supermarkets and at Latin markets.
Cooking Instructions
- 1.
Pulse chiles in a spice grinder until coarsely ground. Transfer ground chiles to a small bowl and add salt. Scatter lemon zest on a 6x6" piece of parchment paper and microwave on high for 1 minute. Add thyme to parchment and microwave until dry, about 1 minute 30 seconds (time will vary). Let cool and lightly crush zest and thyme; combine with ground chiles and salt. DO AHEAD: Spice mix may be made 1 week ahead. Store airtight at room temperature.
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