Description
This easy homemade taco seasoning recipe is a quick and flavorful blend of spices that enhances any taco filling, offering a cheaper and fresher alternative to store-bought mixes. It’s perfect for seasoning meat, beans, or vegetables and can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 6 months.
Ingredients
Spices
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
- Combine Spices: In a small bowl, thoroughly stir together the chili powder, ground cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, dried oregano, freshly ground black pepper, red pepper flakes, and sea salt until evenly mixed.
- Store the Seasoning: Transfer the blended spices into an airtight container and store at room temperature. This seasoning mix can remain fresh and flavorful for up to 6 months when kept sealed.
Notes
- Yield: About 2 tablespoons of taco seasoning.
- Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months.
- Adjust the red pepper flakes amount to control spiciness according to your preference.
- Use approximately 2 tablespoons of seasoning per pound of meat or vegetables when cooking.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Seasoning
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mexican