The secret ingredient here is the dried wild mushrooms, which lends it a savory muskiness. The dried chipotles add hints of smoke, along with the heat. Use as a dry rub for beef brisket or beef or pork ribs.

Ingredients:

• 3 tablespoons coarsely cracked black peppercorns
• 2 tablespoons dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 2 to 3 dried chipotle chilli peppers
• 1 tablespoon dried cilantro leaves
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon ground dried orange peel
• 1 tablespoon chopped dried wild mushroom (cepes)

Yield: 1/2 cup