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Homemade Taco Seasoning

Homemade Taco Seasoning

Published: August 20, 2014 Last Updated: November 30, 2020

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My family loves Mexican-inspired flavors.  This Homemade Taco Seasoning is easy to make and packs a lot of flavor.

Homemade Taco Seasoning in a glass jar on a wooden table

Lately, I’ve been all about making my own seasoning blends.  I like that I can control what goes into each blend.  I know that the spices and herbs are fresh and I can control how much salt (if any) is used.

One of the best things about making your own seasoning blends is that it’s a lot less expensive than store-bought blends.

Homemade Taco Seasoning in a glass jar on a wooden table, seasoning in a tablespoon and on the table.

This Homemade Taco Seasoning is perfect for recipes like:

  • Baked Chicken Fajitas
  • Mexican Fiesta Chicken
  • Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos

Or you can use it in place of the taco seasoning packets you get at the grocery store.  Simply add 2-3 tablespoons of the homemade seasoning blend and 2/3 cups of water to one pound of browned ground beef and simmer for 3-4 minutes.

I also add a tablespoon or so to bottled ranch salad dressing to make a Tex-Mex inspired salad.

This seasoning is so versatile.  The possibilities are endless!

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Homemade Taco Seasoning

Prep Time5 mins
Total Time5 mins
Course: Sauces, Seasonings, Dressings
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: seasoning, taco
Servings: 1 cup
Author: Christina Hitchcock
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3.72 from 21 votes

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Instructions

  • Combine all spices in a small bowl
  • Store in an air-tight container for up to 4 months
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Comments

  1. Jennifer at Making Our Life Matter says

    August 21, 2014 at 10:13 pm

    We love taco seasoning. I am definitely going to make this.

    Reply
    • Christina says

      August 22, 2014 at 1:40 pm

      It’s so easy to make! We love it!

      Reply

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