Homemade Taco Seasoning
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
2 mins
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Total Time
2 mins
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Servings
8 Tbs
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Calories
150 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
American
Homemade Taco Seasoning
Description
The homemade taco seasoning combines common dried spices and herbs to create a flavor profile characteristic of taco dishes. Chili powder adds mild heat and color, cumin contributes earthy warmth, and paprika adds mild smokiness. Garlic and onion powders enhance savory depth, while oregano adds herbal notes. Salt and cracked black pepper season and mildly spice the blend.
Mixing all ingredients evenly allows the seasoning to be conveniently used when cooking, giving control over flavor and sodium content compared to pre-packaged mixes. The directions advise using one tablespoon per pound of ground beef, browned before adding water and seasoning to simmer, allowing flavors to develop.
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons chili powder prepared
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon oregano dried
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon cumin ground
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon black pepper cracked
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a bowl.
- Store in an airtight container until needed.
Notes
- Use 1 tablespoon of this seasoning per pound of ground beef for tacos.
- Brown the meat before adding seasoning and a bit of water to simmer for better flavor integration.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Tbs
Amount Per Serving
Calories 150 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 150kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 27g | 9% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Sodium | 7391mg | 308% |
| Potassium | 817mg | 17% |
| Fiber | 12g | 48% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 8350IU | 167% |
| Calcium | 196mg | 20% |
| Iron | 11.3mg | 63% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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