Southwestern Rub
Recipe Summary
Experience the flavors of the Southwest by creating this simple Southwest spice rub. The bold flavors of cumin, chili powder, cilantro, and Morton® Coarse Kosher Salt create a wonderful rub for chicken, and beef. Use to make fajitas, tacos, salads, or add
- Main Dish
Servings: 1/4 cup
Directions
Preparations:
Combine ingredients in small bowl. Store in airtight container in cool dry place until needed.
Cooking:
Chicken or steak -- Sprinkle, then pat on about 1 teaspoon Southwestern Rub on each chicken piece or steak. Use additional Rub for whole bird or roast. Allow to marinate in refrigerator at least 30 minutes. Proceed to bake, broil or grill until chicken is cooked through and juices run clear. (* Internal temperature -- 170° F. for poultry breast pieces; internal temperature -- 180° F. for poultry thighs and wings). or until steak is cooked to desired doneness -- (160° F. medium).
Tips:
*Internal temperature for whole chicken or turkey -- 180° F. Internal temperature guidelines courtesy of USDA Food Safety Facts. Variation: Southwestern Paste - Mix 1 tablespoon Spice/Rub with 3 tablespoons oil.
Brush warmed tortillas with oil, sprinkle with Morton® Kosher Salt Southwestern Rub. Use to accompany chili or for southwestern-style salads.
Toss 1 tablespoon Southwestern Rub with 4 ounces shredded Monterey Jack or Cheddar cheese. Use as topping with tacos.
Combine ingredients in small bowl. Store in airtight container in cool dry place until needed.
Cooking:
Chicken or steak -- Sprinkle, then pat on about 1 teaspoon Southwestern Rub on each chicken piece or steak. Use additional Rub for whole bird or roast. Allow to marinate in refrigerator at least 30 minutes. Proceed to bake, broil or grill until chicken is cooked through and juices run clear. (* Internal temperature -- 170° F. for poultry breast pieces; internal temperature -- 180° F. for poultry thighs and wings). or until steak is cooked to desired doneness -- (160° F. medium).
Tips:
*Internal temperature for whole chicken or turkey -- 180° F. Internal temperature guidelines courtesy of USDA Food Safety Facts. Variation: Southwestern Paste - Mix 1 tablespoon Spice/Rub with 3 tablespoons oil.
Brush warmed tortillas with oil, sprinkle with Morton® Kosher Salt Southwestern Rub. Use to accompany chili or for southwestern-style salads.
Toss 1 tablespoon Southwestern Rub with 4 ounces shredded Monterey Jack or Cheddar cheese. Use as topping with tacos.
Ingredients
4 teaspoons Morton® Coarse Kosher Salt
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground chili powder
2 teaspoons dried cilantro leaves
2 teaspoons dried onion flakes
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground chili powder
2 teaspoons dried cilantro leaves
2 teaspoons dried onion flakes
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Morton® Coarse Kosher Salt
Long enjoyed by chefs for its taste, texture and ease of use, Morton® Coarse Kosher Salt is considered a fundamental ingredient, perfect for bringing out the natural flavors of food.
Available Sizes:
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