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Chili Lime Rub Recipe

Makes about 2 teaspoons, which is enough to season 6 ounces of boneless, skinless chicken breast.

Prep Time
5 mins
Drying time:
1 d
Total Time
1 d 5 mins
Servings: 2
Calories: 6 kcal
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

  • 2 medium-sized limes*
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ⅛ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt

Instructions

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  1. Thoroughly wash and dry the limes, then zest them.
  2. Sprinkle the zest onto wax paper or parchment paper, then cover loosely with a paper towel. Let sit at room temperature until completely dry (about 1 day).
  3. Add chili powder, cumin, oregano and salt to a mortar.
  4. Add the dried lime zest (you should have about 1 teaspoon), then grind everything with a pestle until well combined.
  5. Store in an airtight container at room temperature until ready to use.

Notes

  • *One medium-sized lime will yield a little more than 1 teaspoon of fresh lime zest. This will be a little more than ½ teaspoon when dried.