Zesty Jalapeño Salt
A vibrant, homemade seasoning that combines the heat of fresh jalapeños with bold sea salt and a hint of citrusy zest, perfect for spicing up various dishes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Total Time: 195 minutes
- Yield: 1 small jar (approximately ½ cup) 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Drying and Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 2–3 fresh jalapeños (adjust for spice level)
- ½ cup coarse sea salt or kosher salt
- 1 tsp lime zest (optional)
- 1 tsp garlic powder (optional)
- Parchment paper or a baking sheet
Instructions
- Wash and thoroughly dry your jalapeños. Slice them thinly into rounds, removing seeds if you want less heat.
- Preheat your oven to 200°F (93°C). Lay jalapeño slices on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 2-3 hours or until completely dry and brittle. Flip halfway for even drying. Alternatively, use a food dehydrator set to 135°F for 4-6 hours or air-dry in a warm, dry space for a day or two.
- Once jalapeños are dried, crush them using a spice grinder, blender, or mortar and pestle. Mix with salt, lime zest, and garlic powder until fully combined.
- Store your zesty jalapeño salt in an airtight container or spice jar and keep in a cool, dark place for up to 3 months.
Notes
Use fresh jalapeños and zest for optimal flavor. Customize the heat by adjusting the number of seeds used.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 teaspoon
- Calories: 5
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg