DIY Taco Seasoning

Name: DIY Taco Seasoning
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons chili powder (($0.90)); 2 tablespoons cumin (($0.60)); 1 tablespoon paprika (($0.30)); 1 tablespoon salt (($0.30)); 1 teaspoon garlic powder (($0.10)); 1 teaspoon minced onion, dried *optional (($0.10)); 1 teaspoon oregano (($0.10)); 1 teaspoon black pepper (($0.10)); 1 teaspoon cayenne (($0.10)); 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (($0.10))

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This DIY taco seasoning will help to flavor your taco Tuesdays right. A super easy seasoning blend that is totally customizable and delicious.

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Made with just a few basic pantry staples you can create a flavorful combination of spices that will work on ground beef, ground turkey, chicken, and more!

I love making homemade taco seasoning for ground beef whenever I can because it's so much more flavorful than storebought. Not only that but the MSG that comes in the packets triggers my migraines so I avoid premade when I can.

The best part about this DIY taco seasoning mix is that it made the spice blend in bulk so you can get several uses out of it. Perfect for always having a batch on hand!

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🥘 Ingredients
🍽 Equipment Needed
💭 FAQs
🔪 Instructions
📖 Recipe

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🥘 Ingredients

Chili powder
Cumin
Paprika
Salt
Garlic powder
Minced Dried Onion
Oregano
Black Pepper
Cayenne Powder
Red Pepper Flakes

🍽 Equipment Needed

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💭 FAQs

How much homemade taco seasoning for 1 lb ground beef?

You will need 2 tablespoons worth of this taco seasoning mix to flavor one pound of cooked ground beef. You can always add in a little more or less depending on what you prefer.

How long is homemade taco seasoning mix good for?

This blend of spices can last several weeks in an airtight container at room temperature before expiring. The older it gets the less potent the flavors will be but honestly, this blend can last almost indefinitely, just like regular spices in the pantry.

What can I use with homemade taco meat seasoning?

Besides flavoring your ground beef and ground turkey meats for tacos, you can enjoy enchiladas, chili, and so much more. I often use taco seasoning in place of chili seasonings when making a pot of chili, or I'll sprinkle on a little taco seasoning when I'm making a plate of nachos to help add flavor without the meat.