Story of Merkén (Merquén)

  • Merkén is more than a spice — it is the spirit of Chile captured in smoke and flame. Rooted in the ancestral traditions of the Mapuche people, it begins with carefully stemmed and dried cacho de cabra chillies that are slowly smoked, toasted, and ground.

  • Celebrated for its authenticity and craftsmanship, Chilean merkén was named the world’s best condiment of 2024 by TasteAtlas, earning an outstanding 4.6-star rating.

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  • Bold yet refined, it enhances everything from grilled meats and pizza to pebre and popcorn or peanut merkén, bringing a vibrant taste of Chile’s enduring culinary heritage to every dish.
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Mixed Spices* - Sea salt, garlic, rosemary, coriander, and oregano

Mixed Spices* - Sea salt, garlic, rosemary, coriander, and oregano

$9.95

Arauco* -Sea Salt, Paprika, Garlic & Rosemary

Arauco* -Sea Salt, Paprika, Garlic & Rosemary

$9.95

Provenzal Araucana* - Sea Salt, parsley, Merkén, and pepper.

Provenzal Araucana* - Sea Salt, parsley, Merkén, and pepper.

$9.95

Merken with Black Pepper 28gr

Merken with Black Pepper 28gr

$10.95

Citric- SeaSalt, Lemon, Citric Acid, and Merkén

Citric- SeaSalt, Lemon, Citric Acid, and Merkén

$18.95

Mix Jefecito - Sea Salt, garlic, onion, black pepper, bay leaves, parsley, and oregano.

Mix Jefecito - Sea Salt, garlic, onion, black pepper, bay leaves, parsley, and oregano.

$18.95

Mixed Spices - Sea salt, garlic, rosemary, coriander, and oregano

Mixed Spices - Sea salt, garlic, rosemary, coriander, and oregano

$18.95

Provenzal Araucana - Sea Salt, parsley, Merkén, and pepper.

Provenzal Araucana - Sea Salt, parsley, Merkén, and pepper.

$18.95

Arauco - Sea Salt, Paprika, Garlic & Rosemary

Arauco - Sea Salt, Paprika, Garlic & Rosemary

$18.95

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