A quick and easy way to save a bit of money on buying spice blends. Pick your favorite flavors and make in small batches ensures you will use your blends while they are fresh.
Mix together the zest and fresh herbs with salt and put on a baking sheet in a thin layer.
Place in a hot oven set on the lowest setting. Leave in the oven until the herbs and zest are dried out. Stir frequently on the baking tray so the mixture doesn’t burn.
When everything is dry, allow to cool before storing it in a container.
Chipotle Lime Salt
Mix together the zest and salt and put on a baking sheet in a thin layer.
Place in a hot oven set on the lowest setting. Leave in the oven until the zest are dried out. Stir frequently on the baking tray so the mixture doesn’t burn.
When dried, remove from oven and add chipotle chili powder. Allow to cool completely before storing it in a container.