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Homemade Taco Seasoning Recipe
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Homemade Taco Seasoning Recipe

This is the best homemade taco seasoning recipe with my favorite mix of chili powder, spices and herbs, pure flavor, way better than any store bought mix.
Prep Time1 minute
Cook Time1 minute
Total Time2 minutes
Course: Seasonings
Cuisine: American, Tex Mex
Keyword: homemade taco seasoning, taco meat, taco seasoning recipe, taco spice recipe
Servings: 8 tablespoons
Calories: 26kcal
Author: Mike Hultquist

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons chili powder (Use an American chili powder blend - I use equal parts ancho, guajillo, and New Mexican chili powders)
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Mexican oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cracked black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon masa harina (optional, as a thickener) - or cornmeal
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Instructions

  • Get Mixing. Simply mix together all of your ingredients, including red chili powder, paprika, cumin, cornmeal, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, salt, pepper and chili flakes (if using) in a medium sized bowl. Use a fork to blend the mixture as evenly as possible.
  • Get Cooking or Store It. It's time to get cooking! Go make some tacos or burritos, or store it in an airtight container until you're ready to use it.
  • Easily Double or Triple the Recipe. You can also double or triple this recipe very easily to make yourself a big batch. Make it family size and use it all month long.
  • To Season 1 lb Taco Meat: Brown 1 lb ground beef. Add 2 Tbsp seasoning + ½ cup water. Simmer 3-5 min until saucy. (NOTE: 2 Tbsp = 1 packet.)

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Notes

Heat Factor: Mild-Medium. You can play with the heat to your preference by including or not including spicy red chili flakes. If you're looking for hotter, add in some spicy cayenne powder, or get crazy like me and include a bit of ghost pepper powder. I love it!

Storing Homemade Taco Seasoning

Store in an airtight container like a mason jar and keep it a cool, dark place, like a spice cabinet or pantry.

How Long Does Taco Seasoning Last?

Homemade taco seasoning will last 6 months or longer, but is best used within 3 months, as it will start to lose freshness.

Nutrition

Calories: 26kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 1g | Sodium: 347mg | Potassium: 117mg | Fiber: 2g | Vitamin A: 1405IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 1.5mg