McCormick Culinary Southwest Seasoning 18 oz — Tex‑Mex Smoky Heat Blend, Resealable Container

McCormick Culinary Southwest Seasoning is an 18‑ounce premixed Tex‑Mex spice blend that delivers authentic smoky heat and consistent flavor for professional kitchens. McCormick Culinary crafted this Southwest seasoning to bring a balanced, smoky‑spicy profile to everything from salsas and chili to grilled proteins and seafood. The blend combines cumin, paprika, sweet bell peppers, hot peppers and jalapeños with onion and garlic for depth, while uniform grinding and a tightly sealing container preserve flavor and color. It’s formulated for back‑of‑house use: ready to scoop, easy to portion, and built to perform consistently across high‑volume prep.

What flavor profile does this Southwest blend add to dishes?

This seasoning offers a layered Tex‑Mex taste: smoky and mildly spicy up front with peppery, savory notes from onion and garlic underneath. The cumin and paprika provide earthiness and color, while jalapeño and hot pepper add controlled heat so you can season without overpowering other ingredients.

• Smoky paprika base for color and warm aroma
• Cumin for earthy, slightly citrus undertones
• Bell pepper and jalapeño for sweet and fresh pepper notes
• Onion and garlic for savory backbone and fuller finish

How should chefs use this seasoning during service?

Use it as a finishing or cooking seasoning to simplify prep and maintain consistent taste across batches. It works well rubbed on proteins before grilling, stirred into sauces and chilis, or blended into salsas and compound butters to lift dishes quickly.

• Dry rub for chicken, pork, beef, or shrimp before searing or grilling
• Stirred into chilis, soups, and taco mixes for uniform spice
• Mixed into mayo, crema, or oil for dressings and dipping sauces
• Sprinkled on roasted vegetables or fries for Tex‑Mex flair

How does the 18‑ounce format benefit a professional kitchen?

The one‑container 18‑ounce size balances convenience with economy for busy kitchens: it’s large enough to reduce reorder frequency yet compact enough for easy storage. The resealable container helps preserve aroma and color, and premixed seasoning saves time compared with measuring multiple spices during peak service.

• Commercial‑friendly size for steady use without excess waste
• Tightly sealing packaging to maintain freshness and potency
• Premixed blend reduces prep time and recipe variability
• Consistent grind for even distribution and reliable seasoning

Are there ingredient or dietary details to consider?

This blend contains premium spices and vegetables and is formulated without added MSG. It is also kosher certified, making it suitable for a wider range of menus and customer dietary preferences.

• No added MSG for cleaner ingredient labeling
• Kosher certified to accommodate dietary needs and service options
• Uniformly ground spices for predictable flavor delivery
• Contains peppers, onion, garlic, cumin, and paprika as primary components

Who is this for: McCormick Culinary Southwest Seasoning is intended for chefs, caterers and foodservice operators who want a dependable, ready‑to‑use Tex‑Mex spice blend that reduces prep time and ensures consistent smoky heat across plates. It’s ideal for establishments looking to add bold southwest flavor to salsas, entrees, grilled items, and menu favorites without blending individual spices for every batch.

Ingredients

Spices, Onion, Dextrose, Salt, Garlic, Yellow Corn Flour, Red Bell Pepper, Silicon Dioxide (Added to Make Free Flowing), Red Pepper, Citric Acid, Jalapeno Pepper, Extractives of Paprika, and Natural, and Artificial Flavor.

FAQ

Q: Does this seasoning contain MSG?

A: No, McCormick Culinary Southwest Seasoning contains no added MSG.

Q: What dishes work best with this Southwest blend?

A: Use it on grilled meats, seafood, chilis, salsas, roasted vegetables, and Tex‑Mex sauces.