Homemade Taco Seasoning Mix
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
2 servings
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Calories
59 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Mexican
Homemade Taco Seasoning Mix
Description
Homemade Taco Seasoning Mix offers a customizable blend of spices that captures traditional Mexican seasoning profiles. Cumin delivers earthiness, paprika adds smoky notes, and chili powder brings depth and mild heat. Garlic powder rounds out the blend with savory detail. Optional cayenne pepper increases spiciness, while salt and black pepper allow for seasoning control.
Designed for easy mixing and storage, the seasoning can be blended in a bowl and kept in an airtight container for extended shelf life. The mix is used at about 2 to 2 ½ tablespoons per pound of meat, making it practical for seasoning taco filling or similar dishes.
This versatile mix can be adjusted by choosing mild or hot chili powders according to heat preference and by including or omitting salt for dietary needs. The included notes suggest using a mix of regular and smoked paprika for enhancing smokiness.
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons cumin
- 3 teaspoons paprika
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
- 1 ½ teaspoons salt optional
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients in a medium-sized bowl until well combined. Store taco seasoning in an airtight glass container until ready to use for up to 1-2 years.
- Use 2 - 2 ½ tablespoons seasoning mix per pound of meat.
Notes
- Combine regular and smoked paprika for a richer smoky flavor if desired.
- Choose a mild or hot chili powder depending on your heat tolerance and flavor preference.
- Omit salt from the mix if you prefer to season your recipes individually.
- Store the seasoning blend in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to two years.
- Use 2 to 2 ½ tablespoons of seasoning per pound of meat to achieve balanced flavor.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 59 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 59kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Sodium | 62mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 310mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 2705IU | 54% |
| Vitamin C | 0.7mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 101mg | 10% |
| Iron | 7.3mg | 41% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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