Named for a resort city on Mexico’s Pacific coast, salt-free and MSG-free Manzanillo Mexican Seasoning is also referred to as Manzanillo, Mexican seasoning, Mexican steak seasoning, carniceria Manzanillo, or Mexican dry seasoning.

Manzanillo Mexican Seasoning is the first blend we developed after we opened for business in 2008. We worked on it in our very first test kitchen—which was, of course, the kitchen in our house—and we tested this blend extensively. This blend is a little fruity, a little smoky, a little spicy, with a smattering of spry herbs. We believe it captures an authentic range of Mexican flavors.

Our Manzanillo Mexican Seasoning is popular with seasoning companies; Mexican, American, and barbecue restaurants; brewpubs; olive oil shops; caterers; independent spice stores; and meal mix manufacturers.

Flavor Profile

Manzanillo Mexican Seasoning has a complex, smoky base of chile peppers combined with earthy cumin and bold aromatics. It’s got a bright, citrus-meets-pepper lift from herbs like Mexican oregano and coriander.

How To Use

Salt-free Manzanillo Mexican Seasoning is good on almost everything Mexican; add it to refried beans, enchilada sauce, or fajitas. It’s wonderful in Tamales and in meat or Vegetable Burritos. This is a beautiful flavor base for White Bean and Turkey Chili and for tortilla soup. This is a versatile blend and works wonderfully across a wide range of dishes. Sprinkle across the top of Scrambled Eggs in Crispy Wonton Shells or bake onto the top of macaroni and cheese. It’s brilliant in the quick and easy Chorizo and Sweet Potato Hash. Dust it over grilled shrimp, chicken, or pork. Customers have told us they had great success using Manzanillo Mexican Seasoning to make a kicky three-bean salad, grilled vegetables, and London broil.

This seasoning blend has strong flavors and some spicy heat. We recommend using this blend in small increments on your first use.