Chile-Thyme Spice Mix

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The Bon Appétit Test Kitchen

About 1/4 cup

Source

Ingredients

2 dried chiles de árbol, stemmed

4 teaspoons coarse sea salt

4 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest

4 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves

Ingredient Info: Chiles de árbol are available at better supermarkets and at Latin markets.

Method

Pulse chiles in a spice grinder until coarsely ground. Transfer ground chiles to a small bowl and add salt. Scatter lemon zest on a 6x6" piece of parchment paper and microwave on high for 1 minute. Add thyme to parchment and microwave until dry, about 1 minute 30 seconds (time will vary). Let cool and lightly crush zest and thyme; combine with ground chiles and salt. DO AHEAD: Spice mix may be made 1 week ahead. Store airtight at room temperature.