Taco Seasoning – no sugar, additives or preservatives – just simple pantry ingredients. Better than prepackaged in just 5 minutes!
This easy Taco Seasoning whips up in just 5 minutes from ingredients you probably already have on hand. NO sugar, additives or preservatives!
It’s the perfect blend of bold Mexican-inspired flavors. Use it with ground beef, chicken or fish tacos and much more.
Why this recipe works:
Easy 5 minute recipe and better Old El Paso or other prepackaged.
No sugar, additives or preservatives – you control the ingredients.
Less expensive than prepackaged and keeps in the pantry up to 6 months.
Simple to customize the taste to your own preference.
Ideal balance of great-tasting mix of taco spices – perfect for beef, chicken or fish tacos, casseroles and more.
Ingredients needed for homemade Taco Seasoning:
- Chili powder: if you it spicier – use spicy, hot or Mexican-style versions.
- Ground cumin: adds a warm, smoky flavor.
- Paprika: for color and very subtle hint of sweet flavor.
- Salt and black pepper: salt enhances the flavors of the other spices. Pepper adds a subtle kick.
- Garlic powder and onion powder: contributes to overall flavor profile.
- Dried Oregano: earthy, pungent – key to the taste of taco seasoning.
- Red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper: – optional – depending upon your heat preference.
How to make Taco Seasoning:
Add ingredients to a small bowl or jar with a lid. Stir well or shake vigorously to combine.
How much taco seasoning is in a packet?
There’s about 3 tablespoons of taco seasoning in one store bought package.
How much seasoning should I use for one pound of ground beef?
Use 3 tablespoons of this homemade spice blend for one pound of ground beef, chicken or taco. Adjust seasoning to your own taste.
When to use homemade Taco Seasoning:
Use your homemade seasoning with any of the following recipes. Blend in a little water, stock or tomato sauce to help distribute the seasoning evenly and create a saucier texture.
How to store homemade seasoning:
Homemade Taco seasoning keeps well, depending upon the freshness of the spices you use.
Store in an airtight container in the pantry, cupboard or other cool, dry dark place for up to 6 months.
This recipe doubles or triples easily.
Enjoy!
Best Taco Seasoning
Equipment
- small jar or other airtight container
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 1/2 teaspoons fine sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon onion power
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- pinch red pepper flakes OR ground cayenne pepper OPTIONAL for more heat
Instructions
- Add ingredients to a small bowl or jar with a lid. Stir well or shake vigorously to combine.
- Use 3 tablespoons of this taco seasoning for 1 pound of ground beef, chicken or taco (or more to your taste).
- After browning your meat, blend in a little water, stock or tomato sauce to help distribute the seasoning evenly and create a saucier texture.