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
4
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Calories
64 kcal
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Course
Side Dish, Main Course
Taco Seasoning
Description
Made by mixing chili powder, garlic and onion powders, cayenne pepper, oregano, paprika, cumin, salt, black pepper, and optionally crushed red pepper flakes, this taco seasoning offers equal parts warmth, earthiness, and mild heat. Using two tablespoons of the blend corresponds to the seasoning in a typical commercial taco packet, making it convenient for straightforward meat seasoning.
Storing the blend in an airtight container in a cool, dry place preserves its potency for up to six months. With no preservatives or fillers, the freshness of the individual spices shines through, allowing cooks to tweak the blend to personal preferences for heat and aroma.
Applying this seasoning to ground meat, poultry, or vegetables infuses familiar southwestern flavor profiles, ideal for taco night or Mexican-style dishes.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon oregano dried
- 2 teaspoon paprika
- 2 Tablespoons cumin ground
- 4 teaspoons salt
- 2 teaspoons black pepper freshly ground
- red pepper flakes optional, crushed
Instructions
- Mix all spices together until well combined. (See note for one single packet recipe).
- Use 2 tablespoons in place of one "packet" of taco seasoning, or to season one pound of meat.
- Store taco seasoning in an airtight container in a cool, dry place, for up to 6 months.
Notes
- The recipe yields about ½ cup of seasoning, enough for multiple uses; use 2 tablespoons per 1 pound of meat.
- To make a single packet equivalent, use: 1 tablespoon chili powder, ¼ teaspoon garlic powder, ¼ teaspoon onion powder, a pinch of cayenne, ¼ teaspoon oregano, ½ teaspoon paprika, 1½ teaspoons cumin, 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper.
- Store in an airtight container away from heat and moisture for up to 6 months to maintain freshness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 64 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 64kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 11g | 4% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5g | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 2575mg | 107% |
| Potassium | 401mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 4981IU | 100% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 96mg | 10% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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