Chili Powder

Ingredients

• 3 ancho chilies, stemmed, seeded, and cut into strips
• 3 guajillo chilies, stemmed, seeded, and cut into strips
• 3 dried arbol chiles, stemmed, seeded, and cut into strips
• 2 tablespoons whole cumin seeds
• 2 tablespoons garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

Directions

1. 1

   Add the chiles and cumin to a cast iron skillet and toast over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until you begin to smell the cumin toasting, about 4-5 minutes.

2. 2

   Set aside to cool.

3. 3

   Once cool, place the chile/cumin mixture a blender.

4. 4

   Add garlic powder, oregano, and paprika.

5. 5

   Blend into a fine powder.

6. 6

   Store in an airtight container for up to 6 months.