Ingredients:

  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp cornstarch

Instructions:

  1. Gather ingredients. Place your small bowl or jar on a flat surface.
  2. Measure spices. Add the chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika.
  3. Add aromatics. Spoon in the garlic powder, onion powder, and dried oregano.
  4. Incorporate heat. Add the red pepper flakes and cayenne pepper.
  5. Season well. Sprinkle in the sea salt and black pepper.
  6. Add binder. Finish with the cornstarch. Ensure the cornstarch is not clumpy.
  7. Whisk thoroughly. Mix until the color is a uniform, deep reddish brown.
  8. Brown meat. Cook 1 lb of protein in a skillet until no longer pink and sizzle ready.
  9. Drain fat. Remove excess grease until only a light coating remains.
  10. Hydrate mix. Add the seasoning and 2/3 cup water to the pan. Simmer 3 minutes until thick and glossy.