Homemade Cuban Seasoning Blend | Easy 5-Min DIY Recipe
Elevate your dishes with a Cuban seasoning blend—a vibrant mix of garlic, cumin, and oregano to bring a burst of tropical flavor to your dishes!
Equipment
- 1 small mason jar or airtight container
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp dried oregano
- ¾ tsp ground cumin
- 1 ½ tsp ground coriander
- 1 ½ tsp garlic powder
- 1 ½ tsp onion powder
- ¾ tsp paprika optional
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a bowl and mix. If you want an even texture throughout your Cuban island spice blend, add the different ingredients to a coffee grinder then press everything to your width of choice.
- Store your spice blend in a jar or airtight container for future use.
Notes
- Since citrus is a key ingredient in Cuban cuisine, you can add dried zest to your spice blend if desired. I did not do so because I prefer to use the juice of freshly squeezed fruit and marinate the meat with it.
- I included salt and pepper as optional ingredients for the same reason as the citrus zest. It is best to be able to adjust the salt levels for each dish individually. All that said, feel free to play with the flavor profile and make it the perfect balance for you. You can always adjust the blend to your liking the next time.