Chilean Chili Powder - Merken

Last weeks mail brought me a bottle of Merken. This is a Chilean specialty spice blend made from smoked aji cacho de cabra (or goat's horn peppers) and other spices like coriander seeds, cumin and salt. This mildly hot spice is THE flavor of Chile and is now being imported to the United States. I've tried this out on chicken and pork (and this mornings eggs) and really like it. The combination of the unique pepper flavor and the cumin gives this a really smokey flavor that is perfect on grilled foods. If you get the chance I encourage you to pick up a bottle and give it a try. If you like it there is also a Merken flavored olive oil called Kultrun and is also very good. You can order this spice at:

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