Homemade Taco Seasoning Recipe (2024)

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I have made my own taco seasoning for years and I know that once you start making your own you will be hooked as well. One of the main reasons I make my own is that so many of the prepacked seasoning is fairly expensive + there are TONS of preservatives in them! A extra plus is this recipe is gluten – free.

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What You Need

  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper

What To Do

Mix all ingredients together. Use 2 FULL Tablespoons of seasoning for 1 pound of beef.

Enjoy

Homemade Taco Seasoning

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: Sara @ Budget Savvy Diva

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Simple and Easy Taco Seasoning.

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ÂĽ teaspoon onion powder
  • ÂĽ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • ÂĽ teaspoon of cayenne pepper
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper

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  • Gluten Free
  • Recipes

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  • Robin

    My family loves taco salad and I like to mix taco seasoning in cream cheese to go with it or for dipping taco chips in. My girlies love it! So thanks much for a home made recipe. I was just thinking about finding a recipe for it, so perfect timing. I imagine will be cheaper than buying the packaged stuff. Magic bullet gives a nice homemade guacamole recipe in their booklet to go with tacos too.
    I like to be frugal and resourceful when I can so thanks much :).

  • Bethany Foster

    I want to make quite a bit at a time and store for future use. Does this recipe double well? (I’m still new to the cooking world! :] )

    • Budget Savvy Diva

      I actually make this recipe up to 10 times at a time and it works great. I keep it stored in a airtight container.

  • Joyce W

    I’ve been making my own for over 20 years as I cook. I just add the ingredients directly. This is fantastic for fajitas or tacos. …..store bought has such a nasty after taste.

  • Catherine

    Do you add water to this one like you would to the packets?

    • Budget Savvy Diva

      nope

    • Brian

      The only reason you add water to the packets is because they include corn starch. The water is used to create a kind of thickened sauce. I happen to like that, so I added about 1/2 tablespoon of corn starch and added water. Perfect.

  • denise

    this will be a money saver, thanks for the recipe

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  • karma

    I went straight out and bought all the ingredients right away after seeing your recipe! My husband made some this week and he and I both loved it! thanks for sharing!

  • Sam j.

    Lol. Just had to let you know I love the pictures you put up with the burn mark on your cutting board that your hubby made! Just makes me smile each time. Makes you seem more real! Thanks for all you do!

  • Chipper Norris

    Great seasoning recipe. Now I don’t have to buy the Old El Paso packets anymore (that was my favorite before I found your recipe). Thanks for the help!

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  • Jennifer Rae

    So good! I used this on the fantastic taco casserole, and it was so very delicious! Highly recommended!

  • Maija-Liisa

    At our home we use one pan for hamburger with taco seasoning and a pot with beans. I use taco seasoning in those too for my vegetarian kids and friends and serve both. For super easy just open a can of black or kidney beans, add taco seasoning, stir and heat.

  • shannon

    Just yesterday I was thinking that you can make your own taco seasoning. So, I googled homemade taco seasoning recipes and stumbled upon your site. I just made my own taco seasoning using your recipe. It smells just like the packages from the stores. Can’t wait to try it!!

    • Budget Savvy Diva

      Enjoy!

  • nancy

    I’m just getting into making my own mixes/seasonings and really want to try a Taco Mix; how would you compare your Homemade version to your Copy Cat Taco Bell version as far as taste and also shelf-life (i.e. making a large batch to store)?? Thanks!!

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  • Shannon

    Any way to alter this to not use the cayenne pepper? I have everything else, but I have no other use to buy cayenne pepper for.

    • Budget Savvy Diva

      You can make it without – it will have less heat

  • Rebecca B

    do you have any idea what the sodium content would be? We are on a low sodium diet here, so I’m looking for low sodium subs – Thanks

  • Stacey

    Have tried several recipes an your’s is my fave! Thanks so much 🙂

  • Lori

    Made this for a taco bar for my daughter’s birthday party and it was a huge hit. I didn’t have any Cayenne pepper so I used a seasoning mix I had in my cupboard called “Arizona Heat” which is just a blend of various seasonings. I am planning on making up a bunch of this recipe this afternoon and storing it in a jar. Thanks for letting me cross one more packaged item off my grocery list.

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  • Alyssa

    Is there a bulk recipe somewhere? I thought I’ve seen it before but now can’t find it…

    • Watson

      Love it!!!!!

  • Lindsay L

    This is going to be such a money saver!!

  • Allie Talley

    I haven’t bought a taco packet in ages! I love this stuff!

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    i am new to being gluten free, but I read that ketchup, and spices contain gluten. Are there certain brands of ketchup, or spices you’ve found that don’t Cait any gluten in them?

  • kathy

    will this work with chicken tacos?

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Homemade Taco Seasoning Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What can I use if I don't have enough taco seasoning? ›

Packet Taco Seasoning replacement: if you only want to make enough taco seasoning to replace 1 packet, use the following amounts:
  1. 1 tablespoon chili powder.
  2. ÂĽ teaspoon garlic powder.
  3. ÂĽ teaspoon onion powder.
  4. Pinch of cayenne pepper.
  5. ÂĽ teaspoon dried oregano.
  6. ½ teaspoon paprika.
  7. 1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin.
  8. 1 teaspoon salt.
Mar 16, 2021

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What is taco seasoning mix made of? ›

Most taco seasoning mixes contain salt, warming spices (such as paprika, oregano, and chili), onion powder, and garlic powder. This top-rated recipe is made with chili powder, ground cumin, dried oregano, sea salt, black pepper, ground paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and crushed red pepper flakes.

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How much taco seasoning for 1 lb of meat? ›

To use: Use about 2 tablespoons of the taco seasoning for every 1 pound of meat. Use more or less depending on your preference. Brown meat and drain the fat. Add your taco seasoning along with about 1/2 cup of water.

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How to improve homemade tacos? ›

“Salsa and guacamole are great, but look to mix it up with fresh radish, chicharrones, or pickled onion. A fresh, warm tortilla is made better by a crunchy counterpart.” One of Romero's favorite toppings is a morita pepper and peanut salsa, which lends a spicy, smoky, crunchy lift to any taco.

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What is the same as taco seasoning? ›

Chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper and cumin all mixed together is pretty much the same.

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How do you season without seasoning? ›

Acids act a little like salt in that they help bring out the natural brightness of foods and work to meld flavors together. Try making a quick salad dressing with lemon juice and zest or red wine vinegar with a smidge of oil—or toss veggies and grains with citrus or vinegar to brighten them up.

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What are the ingredients in Mccormick taco seasoning? ›

SPICES (INCLUDING CHILI PEPPER, PAPRIKA, OREGANO), ONION, SALT, POTATO STARCH, SUGAR, GARLIC & NATURAL FLAVOR.

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What's the difference between Mexican seasoning and taco seasoning? ›

Ultimately, the difference between these two comes down to the composition of spices. Taco seasoning is usually milder than Mexican seasoning. Mexican seasoning contains ancho powder and chipotle chile pepper, both of which give it a little more of a kick.

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What brand of taco seasoning is authentic? ›

Ortega Taco Seasonings are made with the highest quality ingredients and use a unique blend of spices to provide a truly authentic Mexican eating experience.

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How many tacos will 2 lbs of meat make? ›

Each taco shell or small soft taco-size tortilla fits about 2 ounces or 1/4 cup of meat. If you add diced onions, you could stretch a pound of ground beef to make about a dozen tacos. With just the meat and spices, you can make about 8 tacos from a pound of meat.

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What are the ingredients in Old El Paso taco seasoning? ›

Corn Starch, Maltodextrin, Salt, Chili Pepper, Onion Powder, Sugar. Contains 2% or less of: Spice, Vegetable Oil (canola, high oleic soybean and/or sunflower oil), Silicon Dioxide (anticaking agent), Natural Flavor, Modified Corn Starch.

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What makes tacos taste better? ›

Not enough people use cilantro. Iceberg lettuce can be refreshing in a burrito, but when it comes to tacos, cilantro, onion and lime are king. I know Tex-Mex enthusiasts love their dairy on a taco. Big pinches of cheddar cheese that lack flavor or the ability to melt.

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What is the most important ingredient in tacos? ›

Salsa: Salsa and sauces are the soul of your taco, tying all other ingredients together.

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What makes a taco taste good? ›

Standard toppings for tacos are onion, cilantro, and lime. A good taqueria should have finely minced onion and chopped non-wilted cilantro, unless you like biting on a huge chunk of raw onion and soggy greens. If eating fish tacos, toppings should be finely minced crisp cabbage.

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What can I add to taco meat to make it go further? ›

Potatoes!! The potato skin to be exact. I asked the waiter about this and he said that's what gives it its creaminess and that his mother used to add potatoes (and sometimes pinto beans) to their ground beef to make it go further.

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How do you spice up bland taco meat? ›

For tacos or Mexican dishes, common spices for ground beef include cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and a pinch of cayenne for heat. Adjust quantities based on personal taste preferences.

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Can you replace taco seasoning with chili seasoning? ›

It would be a different tasting but fair exchange. Chili seasoning is usually salt, chili powder or flakes, cumin, perhaps dried cilantro, parsley and onion powder. Taco seasoning is not as spicy as chili seasoning so you'll need to perk it up to your taste.

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Ingredient List
  1. 1 box (12 count) Old El Paso™ taco shells.
  2. 1 lb (500 g) lean ground beef.
  3. 2/3 cup (150 mL) water.
  4. 1 package (24 g) Old El Paso™ taco seasoning mix.

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