Homemade Taco Seasoning

A glass mason jar with seasoning and a spoonful of the seasoning being taken out of the jar.

Easy Homemade Mexican Blend Seasoning is easy and affordable to make at home. No preservatives and the Mexican seasoning blend uses common seasonings for DIY spice blend.

Course Seasoning

Cuisine Mexican

Keyword easy taco seasoning recipe, homemade taco seasoning, Mexcican taco seasoning

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 0

Total Time 5

Servings Tablespoons

Calories 22kcal

Author Eileen Kelly

Equipment

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Measuring Spoons and Cups
8 ounce mason jars

Ingredients

1 Tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons onion powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon oregano
½ teaspoon cracked black pepper
¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions

Whisk all ingredients the chili powder, ground cumin, garlic powder, onion powder,smoked paprika, oregano, cracked black pepper, and salt in a small bowl or jar and mix well
Use immediately, or store in the pantry in a covered airtight container or mason jar for 10-12 months.

Notes

Be sure to check the Expert Tips and FAQs above with important tips and questions that can help make a delicious recipe.

Note 1: When using this taco seasoning to make tacos, add a bit of cornstarch to the meat for the flavor to really stick to the meat.

Note 2: 2 to 4 Tablespoons of this seasoning mix equals 1 packet of store-made taco seasoning blend. Start with 2 Tablespoons and add more as needed. The spices can be adjusted individually to your level of spice.

Note 3: Chili powder spice depends on the brand. Add the least amount of it and add more as needed.

Variations: Not a huge fan of garlic or onion flavors, reduce the onion and garlic powder by half.

If you want to add a spicy kick, add ½ teaspoon of crushed red peppers.

Like a touch of sweetness? Add a teaspoon of sugar.

I do my best to provide the most accurate nutritional values. Any nutritional data I provide is an approximation. Actual dietary information can vary based on ingredients and portion sizes

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