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Tasty Taco Seasoning Mix

Elevate Your Tacos with This Easy Homemade Seasoning Mix

12servings
5 min
Easy
Weeknight-friendly timingMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Tasty Taco Seasoning Mix

About this recipe

Perfect for enhancing the flavor of your Mexican dishes, this homemade taco seasoning mix is simple to prepare and free from artificial additives. Ideal for those who enjoy cooking from scratch, it combines the warmth of chili powder with zesty cumin and aromatic garlic. Store it for future use and have fresh, delicious seasoning ready whenever taco night calls.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

  1. 1

    Combine all ingredients in a small bowl.

  2. 2

    Mix well until evenly distributed.

  3. 3

    Store the seasoning mix in an airtight container.

  4. 4

    Use about 2 tablespoons per pound of meat for tacos.

  5. 5

    Add to sautéed meat and stir well to incorporate.

  6. 6

    Optional: Add stock to meat if desired for a richer flavor.

Chef's tip

This seasoning mix eliminates unnecessary additives and gives you full control over the flavor profile. Perfect for customizing to suit your spice preference.

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