Taco Seasoning (Homemade)
Spice blends
Ingredients:
- 7.5 g (1 tbsp) chili powder
- 2 g (1 tsp) ground cumin
- 2.3 g (1 tsp) paprika
- 3 g (1 tsp) garlic powder
- 2.3 g (1 tsp) onion powder
- 0.5 g (½ tsp) dried oregano
- ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- 3 g (½ tsp) salt
- 0.5 g (¼ tsp) black pepper
Equipments:
Features:
20 minutes or less
Gluten-Free
Grain-Free
Soy-Free
Oil-Free
Refined Sugar-Free
Nut-Free
Nutrition:
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Toast the spice blend briefly in a dry pan for 30 seconds before using, if you have time — this wakes up the flavors and makes the seasoning taste noticeably fresher than straight from the jar.
Instructions:
- Mix: Combine 1 tbsp chili powder, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp paprika, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, ½ tsp dried oregano, optional ½ tsp red pepper flakes, ½ tsp salt, and ¼ tsp black pepper in a small bowl. Stir until evenly blended.
- Store: Transfer to an airtight container or jar. Keeps in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months.
- Use: Add 2 tbsp per 1 pound of meat, beans, or vegetables. Add with a splash of water and cook until flavors meld.
Notes: Use smoked paprika instead of sweet for a deeper, more complex flavor. Adjust red pepper flakes to taste — omit for mild, double for spicy.
Storage: Store in an airtight jar in a cool, dark place for up to 6 months. The flavor is strongest in the first 3 months.
Swaps: Add ¼ tsp cayenne for extra heat, or ½ tsp dried chipotle for a smoky kick.
Tips: Make a big batch and store in a labeled jar — use it on roasted vegetables, grain bowls, soups, and dips too.
This recipe leans on a handful of key ingredients to get its flavor and texture right. The chili powder adds a kick of heat that balances the other flavors. The ground cumin adds warm, earthy depth. The paprika adds gentle warmth and a rich color. The garlic powder builds a savory, aromatic base.
Taco Seasoning (Homemade)
Ingredients:
- 7.5 g (1 tbsp) chili powder
- 2 g (1 tsp) ground cumin
- 2.3 g (1 tsp) paprika
- 3 g (1 tsp) garlic powder
- 2.3 g (1 tsp) onion powder
- 0.5 g (½ tsp) dried oregano
- ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- 3 g (½ tsp) salt
- 0.5 g (¼ tsp) black pepper
Equipments:
Features:
Why These Ingredients:
This recipe leans on a handful of key ingredients to get its flavor and texture right. The chili powder adds a kick of heat that balances the other flavors. The ground cumin adds warm, earthy depth. The paprika adds gentle warmth and a rich color. The garlic powder builds a savory, aromatic base.
Prep:
Toast the spice blend briefly in a dry pan for 30 seconds before using, if you have time — this wakes up the flavors and makes the seasoning taste noticeably fresher than straight from the jar.
Instructions:
- Mix: Combine 1 tbsp chili powder, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp paprika, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, ½ tsp dried oregano, optional ½ tsp red pepper flakes, ½ tsp salt, and ¼ tsp black pepper in a small bowl. Stir until evenly blended.
- Store: Transfer to an airtight container or jar. Keeps in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months.
- Use: Add 2 tbsp per 1 pound of meat, beans, or vegetables. Add with a splash of water and cook until flavors meld.
