Sazon Dry Spice Mix Recipe

Elevate your dishes with this vibrant, MSG-free Sazon seasoning blend! Toasting the peppercorns and cumin brings out incredible depth of flavor. Perfect as a versatile rub for meats, vegetables, and more, or as a flavorful addition to rice, fajitas, burritos, enchiladas, and beans. This recipe offers a delicious alternative to seasoning salt, but remember to add it a pinch at a time to control saltiness. Our unique optional additions take this classic seasoning to the next level!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 7 mins
Calories 158.2 kcal
Protein 14g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Sazon Dry Spice Mix

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How to Make Sazon Dry Spice Mix

  1. Heat a small nonstick skillet over medium heat for 1 minute.
  2. Add 1 tablespoon black peppercorns and 1 tablespoon cumin seeds to the skillet. Stir constantly until fragrant (about 2-3 minutes) and the cumin seeds turn a darker brown.
  3. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
  4. Using a mortar and pestle or spice grinder, grind the toasted spices into a fine powder.
  5. In a small bowl, combine the ground peppercorns and cumin with 2 tablespoons ground achiote, 1 tablespoon garlic powder, 1 tablespoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon ground annatto seeds, 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional), and 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme (optional).
  6. Stir until well combined.
  7. Store the Sazon blend in an airtight container in a cool, dark place for up to 6 months.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2359 g

Sugar

3g

Fat

2g

Carbs

10g

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