Taco Seasoning Recipe
Make this quick homemade taco seasoning in just 5 minutes. This bold blend of chili powder, cumin, and garlic is the perfect fresh swap for store-bought packets on taco night.
Equipment
- Glass Spice Jars
- Small mixing bowl
- Spoon
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika (or smoked paprika)
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- pinch red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Combine the chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, paprika, oregano, kosher salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes or cayenne in a small bowl. The blend should look evenly colored with no streaks of lighter or darker spice left behind.
- Stir until the seasonings are fully mixed, then use the blend right away or transfer it to an airtight container. When it is well combined, the aroma should smell balanced, with cumin and chili coming through first.
Notes
Freshness tip: Smell your cumin and chili powder before mixing. If their aroma is flat, your finished seasoning blend will be too.
Usage ratio: Use 2 tablespoons of this seasoning and 1/2 cup of water or broth for every 1 pound of ground meat.
Storage: Store the blend in an airtight glass jar in a cool, dark, dry place for up to one year.
Nutrition information is an estimate based on common ingredients and serving sizes. Values may vary depending on brands, portions, and substitutions.
Nutrition
Calories: 46kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 2gFat: 1gSodium: 1300mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg
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