Easy Homemade Taco Seasoning (Printable)

Quick blend of chili, cumin, and paprika for a vibrant, homemade taco seasoning mix.

# What You Need:

→ Spices

01 - 2 tablespoons chili powder
02 - 1 tablespoon ground cumin
03 - 1 teaspoon paprika (smoked or sweet)
04 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
06 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
07 - ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
08 - ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
09 - 1 teaspoon sea salt

# Directions:

01 - In a small bowl, combine all spices and salt.
02 - Whisk or stir until evenly mixed.
03 - Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 6 months.
04 - Add 2-3 tablespoons of the mix per 1 pound of meat or vegetables. Adjust salt to taste.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • You probably already have everything in your spice cabinet right now
  • It takes literally five minutes and saves you from reading mysterious ingredient labels
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  • This makes enough for about one pound of meat, so double or triple the batch if you want to stock up
  • Smoked paprika completely changes the flavor profile in the best way
03 -
  • Toast the cumin and chili powder in a dry pan for two minutes before mixing for next level flavor
  • Grind your own dried peppers into the chili powder if you want to feel fancy

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