Homemade Taco Seasoning
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
16 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
American
Homemade Taco Seasoning
Description
"Homemade Taco Seasoning" combines several dried spices including chili powder, ground cumin, sea salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic and onion powders, crushed red pepper flakes, and dried oregano. The recipe instructs to mix these ingredients thoroughly and store the blend in an airtight container for up to six months, preserving its flavors. When preparing tacos, three tablespoons of this seasoning are added to browned ground beef, then simmered to infuse the flavors evenly.
The seasoning mix creates a warm, slightly smoky, and mildly spicy profile that complements the savory beef base. It can be adjusted for heat by varying the amount of crushed red pepper flakes. This flexibility lets cooks tailor the spice blend to personal preference.
Beyond tacos, this seasoning works in various dishes requiring a Mexican-inspired flavor element. The recipe’s storage recommendation ensures ready access to the mix, saving time in future cooking.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup chili powder
- 1/4 cup cumin ground
- 2 1/2 tablespoons salt sea salt
- 2 1/2 tablespoons black pepper
- 1 1/2 tablespoons paprika
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 2 teaspoons red pepper flakes crushed
- 2 teaspoons oregano dried
Instructions
- Mix all of the ingredients together. Store in an airtight container for up to 6 months.
- To make tacos: Brown 1 pound of ground beef in a skillet. Add 3 tablespoons taco seasoning mix to the beef. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Makes a little over 1 cup of seasoning.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of crushed red pepper flakes to control the spiciness to your liking.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 16 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 16kcal | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Sodium | 2909mg | 121% |
| Potassium | 91mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 875IU | 18% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 19mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.7mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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