Overhead view of chili lime salt in a wooden salt cellar with limes, chili powder, and spilled seasoning on a wooden board
Recipes,  Seasoning & Salts

Smoky Chili Lime Salt

January 10, 2013 /
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This smoky chili lime salt was originally created for a local food swap – just a handful of home cooks, trading spells and spices in the spirit of community. It was one of the first things to disappear from the table. Bright lime zest, deep smoky chili, and mineral-rich salt come together in a blend that’s as bold as it is versatile.

Whether you’re rimming a glass for a citrusy mocktail, sprinkling it on roasted veggies, or dusting it over grilled chicken, this salt carries a little heat, a little tang, and a whole lot of intention.

Overhead view of smoky chili lime salt in a wooden salt cellar with limes, chili powder, and spilled seasoning on a wooden board

Smoky Chili Lime Salt

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Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup coarse sea salt
  • 4 tbsp freshly dried lime zest
  • 3 tbsp ground chili peppers your choice

Instructions
 

  • Stir together the ingredients. Store in an air-tight container.

Notes

Smoky. Zesty. A little bit magical. This Chili Lime Salt brings bold flavor to mocktails, tacos, grilled meats, and more.

Original Chili Lime Salt in glass shakers
A little glow-up ? This Chili Lime Salt first made its appearance at a local food swap. While the flavor stayed bold, the post got a magical refresh—new photos, playful seasoning ideas, and a starring role in our Magical Ingredients collection.

Magic crystal icon Magical Ingredients

  • Chili icon Chili Powder
    Element of Fire • Courage • Banishing
    Ignites energy and clears the path ahead—perfect for food that packs a punch.

  • Lime icon Lime Zest
    Element of Air & Sun • Clarity • Purification
    Brightens flavor and spirit alike, inviting joy and renewal.

  • Salt icon Salt
    Element of Earth • Protection • Grounding
    A timeless purifier—anchors energy, preserves intentions, and enhances all it touches.

Craft this salt blend with mindful intention. As you zest, grind, and mix, infuse it with your energy. A pinch of this blend not only flavors—it empowers.

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Icons used in the Magical Ingredients box: Designed by pikisuperstar and Designed by BiZkettE1 / Freepik

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