The Best Homemade Taco Seasoning Recipe
Say goodbye to bland tacos with this homemade taco seasoning! Our quick and simple taco seasoning is packed with authentic Mexican flavors and way better than store-bought.
Servings 8 tablespoons
Calories 17kcal
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp chili powder*
- ½ tbsp cumin or more to taste
- 1 ½ tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp dried oregano
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Ensure you have all the ingredients measured and ready to go.
- Combine the chili powder, cumin, paprika, dried oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, Kosher salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Use a spoon or whisk to mix the ingredients thoroughly.
- Taste the seasoning mixture and adjust the ratios if needed.
- Transfer the taco seasoning to an airtight container, such as a small jar or a spice container with a tight-sealing lid. Label the container with the date and contents.
Notes
This recipe makes about 8 tablespoons of taco seasoning.
Use 2 tablespoons of this taco seasoning mix for 1 pound of ground meat. This is equivalent to one pack of store-bought seasoning (1 oz.).
*This recipe calls for American chili powder, which is a distinct spice blend made of ground dried chiles along with a variety of other spices. It's important to note that this is different from chile powder, which is typically made solely from ground-dried chiles.
Nutrition
Serving: 1tablespoon | Calories: 17kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.4g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 891mg | Potassium: 88mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.3g | Vitamin A: 960IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 1mg