Make Ahead Large Batch Homemade Taco Seasoning
Take your taco nights to the next level with this Make Ahead Large Batch Homemade Taco Seasoning! Packed with bold, aromatic spices like chili powder, smoked paprika, and cumin, this customizable blend lets you ditch store-bought packets for good. With a hint of cayenne for optional heat and pantry staples like onion and garlic powder, you can whip up this seasoning in just 5 minutes. Perfect for meal preppers, this recipe yields enough seasoning for 24 servings and stays fresh for up to six months, making it the ultimate time-saving solution for busy weeknights. Store it in an airtight container, and be ready to elevate ground meat, veggies, or plant-based proteins into zesty tacos, fajitas, or even flavorful soups.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 tablespoons Chili powder
- 4 tablespoons Ground cumin
- 3 tablespoons Paprika (preferably smoked)
- 2 tablespoons Garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons Onion powder
- 2 teaspoons Oregano (dried)
- 1 tablespoon Ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
- 2 tablespoons Salt
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and salt.
Stir thoroughly with a whisk or fork until all the spices are evenly mixed and there are no clumps.
Transfer the taco seasoning mix into an airtight container or mason jar to keep it fresh. Label the container with the name and date for easy identification.
Store in a cool, dark place such as a pantry. The taco seasoning will stay fresh for up to 6 months.
To use, add 2-3 tablespoons of the taco seasoning per pound of ground meat or protein of your choice. Adjust to your preferred taste.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
20 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.4 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 521 mg | 23% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 3.8 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.6 g | ||
| Protein | 0.5 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 21 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 61 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
