Ingredients

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3 Tbsp. dried cilantro
4 tsp. onion powder
4 tsp. tomato powder (optional)
2 tsp. ground cumin
2 tsp. garlic powder
2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. cayenne
1 lime, zested (optional)*

Instructions

In a medium-sized bowl, combine all the ingredients.
Let mixture stand for 20 to 30 minutes to allow the salt to draw out the moisture and oils from the lime zest. Break up any clumps that form.
Use immediately or transfer mixture to an air-tight container**. If lime zest was used, store up 2 weeks in a cool, dry, dark, place. If lime zest was not used, store up to 3 months in a cool, dry, dark, place.

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Notes

*Since the lime zest isn’t a fully dry ingredient, if you use it, you can only store the seasoning blend for a couple of weeks. If you’d like it to have a longer shelf life, use 1 teaspoon of lemon pepper seasoning, ground coriander, or sumac instead of the lime zest. They have nice citrusy flavors and make a good substitute. Or, you can use 1/2 teaspoon (that’s 2 packets) of a product like True Lime crystallized lime.

**It’s best to leave the container of seasoning open for a bit if storing so some moisture from the lime zest can escape. Shake it occasionally, then seal after a day.