Homemade taco seasoning is a healthy alternative to the store-bought version. You can pronounce all the ingredients and know exactly what you are eating. So if you are wanting to get more healthy in the new year give this yummy seasoning a try! For a few more meal ideas with a Mexican flare try my walking tacos, Mexican Skillet Rice or Southwestern Salad! Did you know you can even make your own tortilla bowls? Fill them up with taco meat, salad and all the fixings for a delicious dinner.
How do I make homemade taco seasoning?
Homemade Taco Seasoning
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Mix together. Store in an air tight container.
- To make taco meat. Brown about 1 pound meat and drain off fat. Add all spices and about 1/3 – 1/2 cup water. Cook, stirring frequently until most of the liquid is absorbed. Now you are ready to make delicious tacos!
What is in taco seasoning?
Most likely you will have all these spices in your cabinet and can whip up this homemade taco seasoning anytime!
- Chili Powder – a blend of chili peppers and spices that gives a deep rich flavor and Southwestern flavor
- Cumin – is a distinctive flavor with an earthy, nutty, spicy taste. Commonly used commonly used in Mexican, Middle Eastern, and Indian dishes
- onion powder –
- crushed red pepper flakes – typically are made up of cayenne peppers. can use ½ teaspoon of cayenne powder per ¾ teaspoon of Red Pepper Flakes
- garlic powder
- Oregano – a robust herb with a peppery flavor, pairs well with tomato making it perfect for both Mexican and Italian cuisines
- salt
- pepper
Unlike storebought taco seasoning packets, this one is naturally gluten-free. Just make sure all your spices are gluten-free. They should be naturally gluten free if they are pure and not a blend, but sometimes could be processed on equipment that processes gluten. Another bonus with making your own taco seasoning is that you can control the salt if you are watching your salt intake.
What can you make with taco seasoning?
I use this homemade taco seasoning to make taco meat. But you can also use it for chicken and port too. It makes a great rub. It can be substituted in any recipe that calls for a package of taco seasoning mix. I use it to make this delicious taco soup. It is also the mix I use in this Instant Pot Taco Soup.
How do you make taco meat?
Brown about 1 pound meat and drain off fat. Add all spices and about 1/3 – 1/2 cup water. Cook, stirring frequently until most of the liquid is absorbed. Now you are ready to make delicious tacos!
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