Sonoran Seasoning

This is excellent on all grilled meats and vegetables.

1 tablespoon mild, ground red chile
6 tablespoonss plus 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
4 1/2 teaspoons black peppercorns
4 teaspoons cumin seed
4 teaspoons granulated garlic
1 tablespoon chamomile
1 tablespoon granulated onion
1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
3/4 teaspoon white peppercorns
1 star anise point
1/4 scant teaspoon dried orange rind
1/4 scant teaspoon dried orange blossoms
Pinch of cinnamon

Preheat oven to 250 degrees F.

Bake chile powder on small baking pan until beginning to darken, 5 to 7 minutes.

Combine all ingredients in blender. Grind finely, about 1 minute.

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