Description
This homemade taco seasoning blend is a flavorful and easy-to-make mix of chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic, onion, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Perfect for seasoning ground meat or vegetables to create authentic and delicious tacos without any preservatives or additives.
Ingredients
Scale
Spices
- 6 tablespoons chili powder
- 4 teaspoons ground cumin
- 3 teaspoons paprika
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a small bowl, thoroughly mix together the chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and cayenne pepper until evenly combined.
- Store Seasoning: Transfer the mixed seasoning into an airtight container such as a spice jar or a resealable container to keep it fresh and ready for use.
- Use with Meat: When cooking, use 2 tablespoons of the seasoning mix per 1 pound of ground meat, mixing it in during the cooking process to evenly coat the meat with flavor.
Notes
- Adjust cayenne pepper quantity to control spiciness
- Store in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months
- Great for seasoning beans, vegetables, or tofu as a vegetarian alternative
- Can be doubled or tripled for larger batches
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Seasoning
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mexican
Keywords: taco seasoning, homemade spice mix, Mexican seasoning, taco spice blend, chili powder mix
