koko wrote:
>
> On Tue, 30 Dec 2008 20:22:20 -0800 (PST), Lila3 > wrote:
>
> >Does anyone have a recipe for making Pico De Gallo spice mix...not the
> >fresh salsa?
> >I have been" googling" and can't find one.
>
> Here's what I found. I would add a little powdered lime or lemon to it
> though but that's just my taste.
>
> 20 piquín chiles OR de Árbol, wiped clean with a cloth, stems removed
> 1/2 cup salt
>
> Dry roast chiles over medium heat in skillet until fragrant, about 5-8
> minutes. Set aside to cool completely.
>
> Transfer chiles to spice grinder and grind to a fine powder. Mix well
> with salt. Keep in an airtight container.
>
> koko


We just mix powdered chile with lemon pepper (which contains salt
anyway). Have never seen powdered lime though; must have a look.