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A glass jar filled with spicy salt sits on a brown surface, surrounded by dried red chili peppers, with a spoonful of the chili salt nearby.
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Homemade Spicy Chili Salt Recipe

This spicy chili salt recipe combines smoky salt, dried chiles, citrus peel, herbs, and spices into a flavorful seasoning blend that's easy to make and even easier to use. Keep a jar on hand to add heat, crunch, and bold flavor to vegetables, eggs, popcorn, and your favorite savory dishes!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: Fusion
Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Servings: 48 servings
Calories: 1kcal
Author: Kristen Wood

Ingredients

  • ¾ cup coarse kosher salt
  • 2 tablespoons smoked salt
  • 2 dried cayenne chiles stemmed
  • 2 dried Thai chiles stemmed
  • 1 dried guajillo chile stemmed
  • 1 tablespoon Aleppo pepper flakes
  • 1 tablespoon dried grapefruit peel
  • 1 tablespoon dried lemongrass
  • 2 teaspoons dried ginger root
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
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Instructions

  • In a blender or food processor, add the course salt, smoked salt, dried chiles, pepper flakes, grapefruit peel, lemongrass, ginger and rosemary.
    A close-up of various dried herbs and spices, including chili peppers, rosemary, chopped ginger, and spicy salt, inside a transparent container.
  • Pulse or blend in short bursts until the chiles and aromatics are finely ground and the salt is evenly mixed. Aim for a textured finish, not a fine powder.
    Ground dry ingredients and spicy salt in a blender, forming a coarse mixture with visible small pieces and specks of various colors.
  • Transfer the fire salt to a jar with a tight-fitting lid and store in a cool, dark place for up to 4 months. Enjoy!
    A metal spoon with spicy salt rests on top of chopped dried red chili peppers, with some salt and seeds scattered on a brown surface.

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Notes

Storage
Store the salt in an airtight container and keep it in a cool, dark place for up to 4 months. Keep the container away from any heat or light sources, as they might affect its color and potency. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1teaspoon | Calories: 1kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.2g | Protein: 0.04g | Fat: 0.03g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 2062mg | Potassium: 7mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 0.04g | Vitamin A: 59IU | Vitamin C: 0.5mg | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 0.1mg
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