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Jalapeno Salt

Create Flavor with Homemade Jalapeño Salt Today

Elevate your dishes with homemade jalapeño salt, a gluten-free, all-purpose seasoning that adds a delightful kick.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 hours
Total Time 10 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 1 jar
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salt Mix
  • 1 cup coarse kosher salt Coarse sea salt is a suitable substitute.
  • ½ cup dehydrated jalapeños Dehydrate fresh jalapeños at home for best flavor.
Optional Variations
  • other dried peppers Habaneros or chili peppers for varying heat levels.
  • additional spices Garlic powder or smoked paprika for extra flavor.

Equipment

  • dehydrator
  • food processor
  • Airtight container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Jalapeno Salt
  1. Wash and dice fresh jalapeños into small pieces. Spread evenly on a dehydrator tray and set to 125°F (52°C) for 6-10 hours until brittle.
  2. Transfer ½ cup of the crispy jalapeño pieces into a food processor and pulse 2-3 times until broken down into smaller pieces.
  3. Add 1 cup of coarse kosher salt into the food processor with the pulsed jalapeños and pulse continuously until blended.
  4. Transfer the finished jalapeño salt into an airtight container and store in a cool, dark cupboard.

Nutrition

Serving: 1teaspoonSodium: 2300mg

Notes

Ensure jalapeños are completely dehydrated before blending to avoid clumping.

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