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Jalapeno Salt

Jalapeño Salt: Spice Up Every Meal with Homemade Flavor

Homemade Jalapeño Salt adds a spicy kick to any dish, elevating flavors effortlessly with its versatile use.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 hours
Dehydrating Time 5 hours
Total Time 10 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 1 container
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salt Blend
  • 1 cup Coarse Kosher Salt Acts as a preservative; can substitute with coarse sea salt.
  • 10 ounces Dehydrated Jalapeños Ensure they are completely brittle for optimal texture.

Equipment

  • Dehydrator
  • Food processor
  • airtight container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Jalapeno Salt
  1. Prepare and dehydrate jalapeños by slicing and arranging on a dehydration tray. Dry for 6-10 hours at 125°F until burnt.
  2. Pulse dried jalapeños in a food processor 2-3 times to break into smaller flakes.
  3. Combine jalapeño flakes with coarse kosher salt in the food processor, pulsing until well combined.
  4. Adjust salt-to-pepper ratio to preferred spice level and pulse until well mixed.
  5. Transfer Jalapeno Salt into an airtight container and store in a cool, dark place.

Nutrition

Serving: 1teaspoonSodium: 2300mg

Notes

Wear a mask while blending to avoid irritation. Check for brittleness in dehydrated jalapeños before use. Store in an airtight container for best freshness.

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