Homemade Taco Seasoning

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5 from 1 vote

Homemade Taco Seasoning

Making your own taco blend is so easy and fast and will take your Taco Tuesdays to the next level.

Prep Time5

Total Time5

Course: Condiment

Cuisine: American, Mexican, southwestern

Diet: Gluten Free

Servings: Cup

Author: Katie Workman

Ingredients

2 teaspoons onion powder
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cornstarch
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon sweet paprika
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
Pinch cayenne or red pepper flakes (optional but recommended)

Instructions

In a small bowl or plastic container, mix together the onion powder, salt, chili powder, cornstarch, cumin, garlic powder, oregano, cumin, paprika, black pepper, and cayenne or red pepper flakes, if using. Blend well.
Use in your favorite taco recipes, such as Beef Tacos or Turkey Tacos.

Notes

How to Use Homemade Taco Seasoning

Use 2 tablespoons of taco seasoning for every pound of ground meat. Add it after browning and draining the meat, stir until blended in, then add 3/4 cup of water and keep cooking and stirring until it creates a light sauce.

Tips & Variations

This is a naturally gluten-free recipe, but do check to make sure your chili powder and all other ingredients are gluten-free.
Reduce the amount of salt if you are on a low-sodium diet.
To make a spicier taco blend, use hot chili powder or bump up the amount of cayenne pepper or chili flakes.
Homemade taco mix will last for up to 6 months (depending on how fresh your herbs and spices are) when stored at cool room temperature in an airtight container.

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