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Homemade Taco Seasoning

Kelly
The BEST Homemade Taco Seasoning with the perfect balance of flavors. So quick and easy to make with spices you probably already have in your cupboard. You'll never want to buy prepackaged taco seasoning again!
4.82 from 11 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Spices and Seasonings
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 28 teaspoons
Calories 8 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 tablespoons chili powder
  • 2 tablespoons ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon salt or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon corn starch optional

Instructions
 

  • Combine all ingredients in a bowl and whisk to combine.
  • Store in an airtight container in a cool, dark place.

Notes

  • Use 2 tablespoons per pound of ground meat for tacos.
  • Commercially packaged taco seasoning contains a thickening agent to thicken the sauce. I have listed cornstarch as an optional ingredient.

Nutrition

Serving: 1teaspoonCalories: 8kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 0.3gFat: 0.3gSaturated Fat: 0.04gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.1gSodium: 269mgPotassium: 40mgFiber: 1gSugar: 0.1gVitamin A: 469IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg
Keyword taco seasoning
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