MCALLEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A local business based in McAllen has placed second with its Birria Spice mix and won a $15,000 cash prize at the 12th Annual H-E-B's Quest for Texas Best competition.

H-E-B Quest for Texas Best highlights local products made by Texans, ranging from food, beverages, home goods, beauty products, and more.

After being nominated as a finalist in August, the owners of Deli Spices, Sully and Gilberto Villareal, convened in San Antonio for the final judging, where they placed in the top five.

More than 370 products from across the state were entered into this year’s competition, but only 10 of the items made it to the final round.

The Birria Spice mix is made from real dried chiles and toasted spices to help families cook authentic, delicious birria under 30

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