Alton Brown's Chili Powder Recipe

Elevate your chili and Mexican cooking with this incredible chili powder blend! Inspired by Alton Brown's genius, this recipe delivers authentic chili flavor in just 13 minutes. Easily customizable – mix and match dried chiles to your liking while maintaining the approximate ratios. Get ready to experience chili like never before!

Prep Time 13 mins
Cook Time 13 mins
Calories 361.2 kcal
Protein 32g
Rating 3.3 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Alton Brown's Chili Powder

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How to Make Alton Brown's Chili Powder

  1. Combine all dried chiles in a dry skillet over medium heat.
  2. Toast the chiles, stirring frequently, for 5-7 minutes until fragrant and slightly darkened.
  3. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
  4. Carefully remove stems and any visible seeds from the chiles.
  5. Using a spice grinder or high-powered blender, grind the chiles into a fine powder. (If using a blender, pulse in short bursts to avoid overheating).
  6. Sift the chili powder through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any larger pieces.
  7. Store your homemade chili powder in an airtight container in a cool, dark place for up to 6 months.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

9g

Fat

5g

Carbs

22g