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Taco Seasoning Recipe

Taco Seasoning Recipe

Taco Seasoning is a quick homemade spice mix made with simple pantry ingredients like chili powder, cumin, and paprika. It adds bold flavor to tacos, burritos, and more in just minutes.
This is a great recipe to keep on hand for easy weeknight meals or meal prep.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Total Time 2 minutes
Servings: 1
Calories: 47
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika may substitute sweet paprika
  • 1 teaspoon table salt
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon oregano
  • ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Equipment

  • Small mixing bowl
  • Whisk or spoon
  • Airtight container for storage

Method
 

  1. Add all of the ingredients to a small bowl.
  2. Whisk everything together until the spices are evenly mixed and there are no clumps.
  3. Use right away or store in an airtight container until needed. This amount is perfect for seasoning about 1 pound of ground meat and can be used anywhere you would normally use a taco seasoning packet.

Notes

Once you start making your own taco seasoning, it’s hard to go back to store-bought versions.
It’s simple, customizable, and consistently delicious.
Keep a jar on hand, and you’ll always be just a few minutes away from adding bold flavor to your meals.