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Homemade Taco Seasoning Recipe

This Easy Homemade Taco Seasoning is so much healthier and cheaper than the store-bought packets and tastes great on veggies, meats, and even popcorn!

Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 3
Calories: 32 kcal
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: Vegan , Keto

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons salt (or to taste--see Recipe Notes)
  • 2 teaspoons pepper
  • 2 teaspoons cocoa optional but recommended

Instructions

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  1. Combine all ingredients in a small bowl.
  2. Mix well.
  3. Store in a tightly closed container.
  4. 2 tablespoons is the standard amount to use for 1 pound of meat, but you can of course use this seasoning to taste.

Notes

  • Aleppo Peppers: For red pepper flakes, aleppo peppers would add a wonderful depth of flavor but red chilis are fine.
  • Aleppo Peppers: For red pepper flakes, aleppo peppers would add a wonderful depth of flavor but red chilis are fine.
  • Add More "Heft": For a DIY Taco Seasoning with a bit more "heft" to it, add about 1 teaspoon flour or starch of choice to the mix. Of course, if you use a whole grain flour, you will want to store the resulting mixture in the refrigerator 'cause whole grains will spoil at room temp.
  • Add More "Heft": For a DIY Taco Seasoning with a bit more "heft" to it, add about 1 teaspoon flour or starch of choice to the mix. Of course, if you use a whole grain flour, you will want to store the resulting mixture in the refrigerator 'cause whole grains will spoil at room temp.
  • Salt: We love salt. The amount in this recipe is perfect for us and for many of my readers. However, some readers have said that it's way too much. I suspect some are adding it to a dish that already has salt, which we are not.  Regardless, please adjust the recipe to your taste. Special Addition - Cocoa!: Yes, that's right. Add 2 teaspoons of cocoa to this mix to make it extra special. No, you're tacos won't taste like a dessert. This small amount of cocoa added to taco seasoning gives just that little extra bit of "yum" to your spice blend, and your tacos!
  • Salt: We love salt. The amount in this recipe is perfect for us and for many of my readers. However, some readers have said that it's way too much. I suspect some are adding it to a dish that already has salt, which we are not.  Regardless, please adjust the recipe to your taste.
  • Special Addition - Cocoa!: Yes, that's right. Add 2 teaspoons of cocoa to this mix to make it extra special. No, you're tacos won't taste like a dessert. This small amount of cocoa added to taco seasoning gives just that little extra bit of "yum" to your spice blend, and your tacos!

Nutrition Information

Calories 32kcal (2%) Carbohydrates 6g (2%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 1g (2%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 2036mg (85%) Potassium 193mg (6%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 2047IU (41%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 53mg (5%) Iron 3mg (17%) Net Carbohydrates 3g

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 3Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 32

% Daily Value*

Calories 32kcal 2%
Carbohydrates 6g 2%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 1g 2%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 2036mg 85%
Potassium 193mg 4%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 2047IU 41%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 53mg 5%
Iron 3mg 17%
Net Carbohydrates 3g

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