Taco Seasoning
Elevate your Mexican-inspired dishes with this quick and flavorful homemade taco seasoning! Made with a perfect blend of pantry staples like chili powder, ground cumin, smoky paprika (or smoked paprika for extra depth), and a hint of cayenne for optional heat, this DIY spice mix is a customizable alternative to store-bought packets. In just 5 minutes, you can whip up a seasoning that’s bursting with bold flavors, ideal for tacos, burritos, fajitas, or even roasted veggies. With no preservatives or artificial additives, this versatile mix is fresher, healthier, and tailored to your taste. Store it in an airtight container for weeks of delicious meals—simply use two tablespoons per pound of ground meat for the ultimate taco night!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Chili powder
- 1 tablespoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Paprika (regular or smoked)
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Oregano (dried)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper (ground)
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
Instructions
In a small mixing bowl, combine chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using).
Whisk the spices together until evenly blended.
Store the taco seasoning in an airtight container, such as a small jar or spice container, to maintain its freshness.
Use approximately 2 tablespoons of the taco seasoning per pound of ground meat or as desired in any recipe. Adjust the amount to taste.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
120 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.1 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2648 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.7 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.3 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.5 g | ||
| Protein | 2.7 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 106 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 7.8 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 275 mg | 6% | |
*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.
