Homemade Taco Seasoning

Make this Homemade Taco Seasoning and skip the store bought spice blend! Easy to put together, it’s likely you already have most of the spices required to make this mix.

This seasoning recipe includes the perfect combination of Mexican flavors for any of your taco needs. It can also be used on a wide variety of other dishes to instantly add lots of warm and bold flavor!

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• 💚 About This Recipe
• 🧂 Ingredients Needed
• 🔪 Instructions
• ❔ FAQs
• 💭 Expert Tips and Tricks
• 💡 Substitutions and Variations
• 🥫 Storage
• 🍴 What To Serve With This Dish
• ✔️ More DIY Seasoning Recipes You'll Love
• 📋 Recipe Card
• 💬 Reviews and Comments

💚 About This Recipe

Looking for an easy way to add instant flavor to your homemade tacos? Whip up a big batch of this DIY taco seasoning recipe and never go another Taco Tuesday without super flavorful results!

This blend of commonly found spices and seasonings is the perfect way to easily add flavor to ground beef, chicken, shrimp, fish, or veggies for the ultimate tacos.

You can even use this Mexican seasoning in recipes like this Dorito Casserole or a Slow Cooker Chicken Taco Soup to infuse them with warm and comforting flavors.

This taco seasoning tastes amazing in these Crispy Chicken Tacos, which feature tender seasoned shredded chicken cooked in the slow cooker!

🧂 Ingredients Needed

• chili powder - provides a slightly spicy and warm flavor that's regular in taco seasoning recipes.
• ground cumin - another classic taco seasoning component that gives your blend a slightly nutty flavor as well as a bit of earthiness.
• garlic powder - deepens the flavor profile and adds a nice garlic taste.
• onion powder - pairs well with the garlic powder.
• smoked paprika - you can also use regular paprika, but I like the slightly smoky flavor that the smoked variety adds to this seasoning mix.
• oregano - adds a subtle herbal flavor.
• salt and black pepper - provide a nice flavor base to support the other seasonings.

🔪 Instructions

1. Add chili powder, ground cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper to a bowl.
2. Mix until well combined. Use immediately or store until you need to use your Mexican seasoning.

❔ FAQs

💭 Expert Tips and Tricks

• To use this seasoning instead of store bought taco seasoning, use about 3 to 4 tablespoons for every packet of seasoning you would've used. Start with less and add more if needed.
• Add some cornstarch to your meat or veggies before adding the taco seasoning to help the spices adhere.
• I used American chili powder for this spice blend. Chili powders that originate in other countries may be made differently, so be aware that this can affect the flavor of your taco seasoning.

📌 Great for tacos, enchiladas, fajitas, and a wide array of dishes, this DIY taco seasoning recipe is easy to make with common ingredients and stores great for long periods of time!

💡 Substitutions and Variations

• Stir in about a teaspoon of sugar to add a dimension of sweetness.
• If you like your tacos spicy, include a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for additional heat.
• The garlic and onion powders can be cut in half if you find the flavors too strong.
• Feel free to adjust all of the ingredient proportions so this Homemade Taco Seasoning is perfected to your taste.

🥫 Storage

Keep your Mexican seasoning in a spice jar or other glass jar. Store it in a cool, dry place, or on a counter at room temperature. This spice blend will last for months!

🍴 What To Serve With This Dish

Use this DIY taco seasoning recipe as a shortcut in a wide variety of tasty dishes. Use it to season beef or chicken to serve in these Tortilla Bowls, add to an Easy Chicken Taco Soup for additional warm flavor, or use to flavor a One Pot Cheesy Taco Skillet or Air Fryer Steak Bites for a delicious and exciting dinner!

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