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Mexican Adobo Rub Mix

Try this Mexican adobo rub mix with chili powder, cumin, Mexican oregano and a touch of cocoa. Perfect for meat and vegetables.

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Sara Noel
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Mexican Adobo Rub Mix

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A small-batch rub of chili powder, cumin, Mexican oregano, garlic, onion and a little cocoa. Rub it on meat or vegetables before cooking.
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Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
CourseSeasoning
CuisineAmerican
Servings3 tablespoons
Calories21
Ingredients Equipment Directions Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 teaspoons black pepper
  • 2 teaspoons ground red chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 teaspoons dried Mexican oregano
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • zip-top bags
  • airtight jar

Directions
 

  1. Put all seven ingredients in a small bowl.
  2. Stir until well combined.
  3. Pour into a zip-top bag, vacuum-seal bag, jar, or spice container with a tight-fitting lid.
  4. Label it and keep in a cool, dry place.

Notes

Start with 1 to 1 1/2 tablespoons per pound of meat or vegetables (so one batch covers about 2 pounds). Airtight, cool, dark, dry; best within 6 to 12 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 7g | Calories: 21kcal | Carbohydrates: 4.3g | Protein: 0.9g | Fat: 0.6g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 54mg | Potassium: 105mg | Fiber: 1.8g | Sugar: 0.3g | Vitamin A: 555IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 34mg | Iron: 1.3mg

Nutrition is an estimate per serving from USDA FoodData Central, for 3 tablespoons; dried Mexican oregano counted as dried oregano. Brands and portions vary, so use it only as an approximation.

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