Taco Seasoning Recipe

User Reviews

5

12 reviews
Excellent
  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    5 mins

  • Total Time

    10 mins

  • Servings

    4 tsp

  • Calories

    7 kcal

  • Cuisine

    Vegan

Taco Seasoning Recipe

This Taco Seasoning blends spices like cumin, smoked paprika, onion and garlic powders, black pepper, oregano, cayenne, and optional herbs and salt. It creates a warm, smoky, and mildly spicy mix tailored for seasoning taco meat, roasted vegetables, or vegan alternatives. The addition of cornstarch helps thicken sauces when cooking with the spice blend. It stores well and can be enhanced with chili powder or salt to suit different applications.

Description

The Taco Seasoning Recipe combines ground cumin, smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, oregano, parsley, cayenne pepper, and optional salt, cornstarch, and red pepper flakes to create a versatile spice mix. The mixture delivers a warm, smoky base with a mild heat and herbaceous notes. Smoked paprika gives a subtle depth, while cayenne pepper adds a controlled kick. Optional salt allows direct use without extra seasoning, and cornstarch can be added to thicken sauces or coat ingredients evenly. The seasoning is designed for enhancing taco fillings, roasted or sautéed vegetables, and vegan protein substitutes. When stored in an airtight container, the blend keeps fresh for up to three months, providing a convenient, ready-to-use flavor boost.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 1 tsp cumin powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika , or a combination of sweet and smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper 1/4 tsp or more
  • 1/2 tsp oregano
  • 1/2 tsp parsley , optional
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
  • salt optional, a pinch
  • cornstarch optional, a pinch
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Mix everything and store in an airtight container for upto 3 months.
  2. Optional Add Ins:Premade Chili powder blend: Add 2 tsp mild or moderate heat chili powder for additional depth of flavorSalt: Add 1/2 tsp salt so you can use the blend directly on chips or sprinkle on roasted veggies or vegan meats

Nutrition Information

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Calories 7kcal (0%) Carbohydrates 1g (0%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 1g (2%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 4mg (0%) Potassium 20mg (0%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 375IU (8%) Calcium 5mg (1%) Iron 0.5mg (3%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4tsp

Amount Per Serving

Calories 7 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 7kcal 0%
Carbohydrates 1g 0%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 1g 2%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 4mg 0%
Potassium 20mg 0%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 375IU 8%
Calcium 5mg 1%
Iron 0.5mg 3%

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

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