Homemade Taco Seasoning Recipe

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4.9

858 reviews
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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Total Time

    5 mins

  • Servings

    2 tablespoons

  • Calories

    24 kcal

  • Cuisine

    American

Homemade Taco Seasoning Recipe

This Taco Seasoning recipe is easy to make and can replace store bought taco seasonings. It's great for tacos or as a seasoning for chicken, beef, or fajitas.

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Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 ½ teaspoons cumin
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • pinch cayenne pepper optional
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Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, add all ingredients and mix well to combine.
  2. Store in an airtight container in a cool dry place for 6 months.

To Prepare Tacos

  1. Add 1 pound of lean ground beef or turkey to a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook, breaking up with a spoon, for 5 to 7 minutes or until no pink remains. Drain any fat.
  2. Add 2 tablespoons of taco seasoning to the meat and cook for 1 minute more.
  3. Stir in ½ cup water and, if desired, 1 tablespoon of tomato paste. Simmer uncovered until most of the water has evaporated.
  4. Serve in taco shells or tortillas.

Notes

  • Tuck the taco meat into taco shells or tortillas and top with your favorite toppings like lettuce, tomatoes, and cheese. 
  • To replace a packet: 2 ½ tablespoons of homemade taco seasoning will replace one packet of store-bought seasoning.
  • Use 2 to 2 ½ tablespoons of homemade taco seasoning for 1 pound of ground beef. Add 1/2 cup of water with the seasoning and let it simmer.
  • Optional:  Add 1/2 diced onion to the meat while browning. Once browned, stir in a tablespoon of tomato paste or a diced tomato if you'd like.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 24 (1%) Carbohydrates 4g (1%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 1g (2%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 1g Sodium 655mg (27%) Potassium 139mg (4%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 1293IU (26%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 43mg (4%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2tablespoons

Amount Per Serving

Calories 24 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 24 1%
Carbohydrates 4g 1%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 1g 2%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 655mg 27%
Potassium 139mg 3%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 1293IU 26%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 43mg 4%
Iron 2mg 11%

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

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