"djs0302" > wrote in message
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>I have a recipe for homemade chili powder that calls for Mexican
> oregano. I only have regular oregano on hand right now. Can I use it
> instead or is there too much of a difference in flavor between regular
> oregano and Mexican oregano?
>

In my experience the Mexican is more potent as well as being subtly
different in taste. Use more of the regular.


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