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    Taco Seasoning

    July 23, 2012 by Kristin 10 Comments

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    This Easy Homemade Taco Seasoning recipe is filled with simple pantry spices and is a go-to blend for all Mexican inspired dishes! Adjust the ratios to fit your desired tastes!

    several spices combined to create a Mexican blend to use on any dish

    There have been so many times that I have wanted to make a recipe, only to be missing one main ingredient……taco seasoning. That is the worst, right?!

    No worries though because once you try this, you will always have taco seasoning on hand! Using a few staple ingredients, this seasoning comes together in no time and can be adjusted to taste.

    Kick up the flavor of any dish using this Homemade Taco seasoning recipe. Budget friendly, fresh, and you have full control of what goes into it, you’ll never want store bought packets again!

    You can alter it anyway you prefer to fit your tastes! If you want a bit more heat, add extra red pepper flakes. Love onion, add some more! The choices are endless!

    What ingredients are needed for Homemade Taco Seasoning:

    Chili Powder

    Ground Cumin

    Paprika 

    Salt/Pepper

    Garlic Powder

    Onion Powder

    Red Pepper Flakes

    Dried Oregano

    This version makes 9 tbsp total, so I put it in a small storage container and pull it out when needed.

    *Keep unused seasoning in a sealed mason jar or air-tight container for up to 3 months.

    Mexican blended spices to use in place of store-bought taco seasoning

    How to make taco meat:

    Brown 1 lb ground beef (or turkey) with 1/2 diced onion. Cook until meat is no longer pink.

    Drain fat.

    Add in 2 tablespoon homemade seasoning as well as 1/4 cup water.

    Stir to fully incorporate and allow to simmer for about 5 minutes, or until water has reduced.

    Serve in taco shells with toppings of your choosing.

    Check out these other great recipes to use this seasoning in:

    Taco Bake

    Tater Tot Taco Bake

    Crockpot Easy Chicken Tacos

    Cornbread Taco Bake

    Keep this recipe handy for whenever you need that infamous taco seasoning!

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    5 from 2 votes

    Taco Seasoning

    Save money and time with this tasty homemade Taco Seasoning recipe! Adjust the ratios to fit your desired tastes and you'll never go store bought again!
    Prep Time5 mins
    Keyword: seasoning, taco
    Servings: 9
    Calories: 20kcal
    Author: The Cookin' Chicks

    Equipment

    • Mason Jars
    • Measuring Spoons

    Ingredients

    • 4 tablespoon chili powder
    • 2 tablespoon ground cumin
    • 2 teaspoon paprika
    • 2 teaspoon salt
    • 2 teaspoon black pepper
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1 teaspoon onion powder
    • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes *add more or less depending on heat preference
    • 1 teaspoon dried oregano

    Instructions

    • Mix ingredients together in a ziploc bag or storage container. *2 tablespoon equals one store packet of seasoning.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 20kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 582mg | Potassium: 123mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 1362IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 33mg | Iron: 2mg
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