Rich cocoa, warm ancho, and a quiet green lift from Moringa — the Moringa Cocoa Chili rub is deep, slightly sweet, and smoky. It adds a flavor that feels festive without being fussy, the kind of seasoning that makes familiar dishes feel new.
Spice and cocoa have a long history together. This rub leans into that tradition and brings it to the holiday table in an approachable way. Use it where you want a roastiness and a touch of warmth — potatoes, winter squash, roast meats, and any place that could use a little seasonal surprise.
FULL RECIPE: Cocoa Chili Roasted Potato Wedges
Ingredients
- 2 lb russet potatoes, cut into wedges
- 2 Tbsp avocado oil
- 2 tsp Moringa Cocoa Chili
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 Tbsp chopped cilantro
Method
- Preheat the oven to 425°F.
- In a large bowl, toss potato wedges with oil, Moringa Cocoa Chili Rub, and salt until evenly coated.
- Arrange wedges in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Roast 30 minutes, turn once, then roast an additional 5 minutes until crisp and browned.
- Sprinkle with cilantro and serve warm.
Yield: Serves 8 (as a side dish)
FULL RECIPE: Cocoa Chili Roasted Acorn Squash with Toasted Pepitas
Ingredients
- 2 large acorn squash, halved and seeded
- 2 Tbsp avocado oil
- 1 Tbsp maple syrup
- 2 tsp Moringa Cocoa Chili
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ cup pepitas (pumpkin seeds), toasted
- 1 Tbsp chopped parsley
Method
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Brush cut sides of squash with olive oil and maple syrup. Sprinkle evenly with Moringa Cocoa Chili Rub and salt.
- Place squash cut-side down on a lined baking sheet and roast for 35 minutes until tender.
- Turn squash cut-side up, sprinkle with toasted pepitas and parsley, and serve warm.
Yield: Serves 8 (as a side dish)
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Moringa Cocoa Chili Ingredients: Organic Moringa Leaf Powder, organic garlic, organic cumin seed, organic brown sugar, organic Ancho chili pepper, organic black pepper, organic cane sugar, organic onion, organic cocoa. Salt free.