Homemade Taco Seasoning combines 8 ingredients in a blend perfect for tacos and any other recipes you want to add a Mexican flavor to.
Skip the store bought spices and make your own homemade taco seasoning. You most likely have all the spices on hand, and if not, they’re easy to get! This blend is the perfect combination of Mexican flavors and will work well in tacos and any other recipes you want to add some taco flavor to.
Here’s how to make it.
Homemade Taco Seasoning
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Yields: About 4 tablespoons
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon American chili powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- ½ teaspoon cracked black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
Combine all of the seasoning ingredients in a bowl or jar.
Mix the ingredients well.
Store the seasoning mix in a sealed container in the pantry for 10-12 months. Do not freeze.
One of the best ways to store this homemade taco seasoning blend is in a small glass jar. Be sure to grab my printable mason jar labels so you know what’s what!
Tips
- If you’re not a huge fan of garlic or onion flavors, simply reduce the onion and garlic powder by half.
- If you want to add a spicy kick, add a ½ teaspoon of crushed red pepper.
- Like a touch of sweetness? Add a teaspoon of sugar.
- If you are used to using taco seasoning packets, 3-4 tablespoons of this mixture is approximately what is in one packet, depending on the brand you use. You can always start with 2 Tablespoons and add for your preferences.
- Once you’ve used the seasoning, you can adjust the spices to match your tastes.
- It’s easier to add flavor than it is to remove it.
- Be aware that chili powders vary depending on the country they originate from. Each one varies in spices and can drastically change the flavor of your seasoning.
- if you add a bit of cornstarch to your meat when using this seasoning it will help the flavor to really stick to the meat, which boosts the overall flavor of the dish.
Homemade Taco Seasoning
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon American chili powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- ½ teaspoon cracked black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
Combine all ingredients in a bowl or jar and mix well.