Description
Elevate your taco night with this easy homemade taco seasoning recipe. Made with a perfect blend of spices, this seasoning will add just the right flavor to your favorite taco fillings.
Ingredients
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For the Taco Seasoning:
- 3 tablespoons chili powder
- 2 tablespoons cumin
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- ¾ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¾ teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Mix the Spices: Place all ingredients in a small bowl and whisk or stir until well combined.
- Store or Use: Use immediately or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 6 months.
- Prepare Taco Meat: To make taco meat, use 2 tablespoons taco seasoning per pound of ground beef or turkey. Brown the meat, then add in 2 tablespoons taco seasoning, 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste), 1/2 cup of water, and an optional 1/2 cup of canned tomato sauce. Simmer until most of the liquid has evaporated, stirring occasionally. Serve taco meat in warmed tortillas or as desired.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Seasoning
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 20
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Taco Seasoning, Homemade, Mexican, Spice Blend, Taco Night
