Yucatan Chili Spice Mix
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 square bitter chocolate
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
Salt
Pepper
Makes enough for a single pot of chili using 1 lb ground beef.
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I really like the idea of using this spice mix in my cooking. I’m not sure what to do with it exactly, but I think that’s part of the fun! It sounds like a lot more than just chili powder and cumin – there’s cinnamon, oregano, thyme, cloves and allspice too. Sounds delicious!