Homemade Taco Seasoning

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Homemade Taco Seasoning

Homemade Taco Seasoning is a simple blend of chili powder, paprika, cumin, onion and garlic powders, cayenne, salt, black pepper, oregano, and optional crushed red pepper. This blend captures the earthy, smoky, and mildly spicy flavors characteristic of taco seasoning, allowing you to customize seasoning levels and avoid additives in prepackaged mixes.

Description

The Homemade Taco Seasoning offers a mix of traditional spices including chili powder, ground cumin, and smoked paprika combined with onion and garlic powders for depth. Cayenne and crushed red pepper add optional heat, while salt, pepper, and oregano provide balance and herbal notes. Measuring and mixing these spices together creates a versatile seasoning blend ideal for tacos, grilled meats, vegetables, or beans.

This seasoning is easy to store in spice jars and can keep fresh for up to six months if kept dry. The balance of smoky, warm, and slightly spicy notes makes it adaptable to different dishes beyond tacos, allowing cooks to control salt and spice levels and avoid preservatives or fillers commonly found in store-bought varieties.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
  • 2 teaspoons cumin ground
  • 1/2 teaspoons onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper optional

Instructions

  1. In a small mixing bowl, combine all ingredients.
  2. Pour the spice blend into spice jars. Tip: use a funnel to make it easier to transfer the mixture into the spice jars.
  3. Store the taco seasoning mix in a dry place for up to 6 months.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 3kcal (0%) Carbohydrates 1g (0%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 1g (2%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g (6%) Monounsaturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 206mg (9%) Potassium 22mg (0%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 277IU (6%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 5mg (1%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 24Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 3 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 3kcal 0%
Carbohydrates 1g 0%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 1g 2%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 206mg 9%
Potassium 22mg 0%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 277IU 6%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 5mg 1%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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