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Taco Seasoning

Homemade taco seasoning is quick, easy, and far more flavorful than the store-bought packets. This recipe yields a generous amount perfect for stocking your pantry.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 32
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 tablespoons chili powder preferably New Mexico Red Chili Powder
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon oregano dried
  • 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
  • 2 tablespoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a small bowl, stir together all of the spices until well combined. Store the seasoning mix in an airtight container, such as a glass mason jar, in your spice cabinet.

Notes

This homemade taco seasoning recipe makes about 32 teaspoons, which is roughly equivalent to 8 store-bought packets. Use approximately 2 tablespoons of this mixture per pound of ground meat for tacos.