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Taco Seasoning Recipe
Ditch the packet—this easy taco seasoning recipe is a flavorful blend of pantry spices—no preservatives or additives, just bold, customizable flavor! Perfect for tacos, chili, and more. This recipe makes about 1 cup of seasoning, enough for 8 full batches using 1 lb of meat each.
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoon garlic powder
- 3 tablespoon cumin
- 3 tablespoon Diamond Crystal kosher salt (use half for table salt or Morton's Kosher Salt (see notes below))
- 3 tablespoon chili powder (*)
- 3 tablespoon sweet paprika
- 1 1/2 tablespoons dried oregano
Instructions
- Combine all the ingredients together and store in an airtight container.
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Notes
Use 1 tablespoon + 2 teaspoons of seasoning per 1 pound of meat (makes about 4 servings).
To replace one store-bought taco seasoning packet (typically for 6 servings), use about 2 tablespoons + 1½ teaspoons of this homemade mix.
Homemade taco seasoning can be stored for up to 1–2 years in a cool, dry place in a tightly sealed container. For the best flavor, use within the first 6 months.
Salt note
This mix contains approximately ¼ teaspoon of kosher salt per serving. I use Diamond Crystal kosher salt, which has coarser grains and less sodium by volume compared to table salt. If substituting with fine table salt, reduce the amount to avoid over-salting.
Low-Sodium Option: To make this a low-sodium taco seasoning, simply cut the salt in half or omit it entirely for a salt-free version.
Tip: Always check individual spice labels if you're cooking gluten-free.
Salt note
This mix contains approximately ¼ teaspoon of kosher salt per serving. I use Diamond Crystal kosher salt, which has coarser grains and less sodium by volume compared to table salt. If substituting with fine table salt, reduce the amount to avoid over-salting.
Low-Sodium Option: To make this a low-sodium taco seasoning, simply cut the salt in half or omit it entirely for a salt-free version.
Tip: Always check individual spice labels if you're cooking gluten-free.Nutrition
Serving: 11/4 teaspoons for 2 tacos, Calories: 8kcal, Carbohydrates: 1.5g, Sodium: 300mg, Fiber: 0.5g
- WW Points: 0